You have comfort. You don't have luxury. And don't tell me that money plays a part. The luxury I advocate has nothing to do with money. It cannot be bought. It is the reward of those who have NO Fear or Discomfort.

The artist is a kind of prison from which the works of art escape.

The poet never asks for admiration; he wants to be believed.

Mirrors should reflect a little before throwing back images.

Art produces ugly things which frequently become beautiful with time.

Watch yourself all your life in a mirror and you'll see Death at work like bees in a glass hive.

The ear disapproves but tolerates certain musical pieces; transfer them into the domain of our nose, and we will be forced to flee.