If I love in thee, beloved, only what thou lovest most, do not be angry; for so one spirit is enamoured of another.

The goods of Fortune, even such as they really are, still need taste to enjoy them. It is the enjoying no the possessing, that makes us happy.

Many believe - and I believe - that I have been designated for this work by God. In spite of my old age, I do not want to give it up; I work out of love for God and I put all my hope in Him.

He who does not master the nude cannot understand the principles of architecture.

I serve for the love of God and in Him have all my hope.

If we have been pleased with life, we should not be displeased with death, since it comes from the hand of the same master.

A good sculpture can be rolled downhill without breaking.