I wish to work miracles.

He who fears dangers will not perish by them.

Supreme happiness will be the greatest cause of misery, and the perfection of wisdom the occassion of folly.

Many will think they may reasonably blame me by alleging that my proofs are opposed to the authority of certain men held in the highest reverence by their inexperienced judgments; not considering that my works are the issue of pure and simple experience.

Painting is poetry that is seen rather than felt, and poetry is painting that is felt rather than seen.

The color of the object illuminated partakes of the color of that which illuminates it.

A good painter has two main objects to paint, man and the intention of his soul.