Art is the gift of God, and must be used unto His glory. That in art is highest which aims at this.

Even if you are divine, you don't disdain male consorts.

Beauty depends on purpose. It is in the elements best suited to their purpose or aim that beauty shines forth most strongly.

Draw, Antonio; draw, Antonio; draw and don’t waste time.

A great sculpture can roll down a hill without breaking.

The sculpture is already complete within the marble block, before I start my work. It is already there, I just have to chisel away the superfluous material.

I am a poor man and of little worth, who is laboring in that art that God has given me in order to extend my life as long as possible.