Order in a house ought to be like the machinery in opera, whose effect produces great pleasure, but whose ends must be hid.
It is often a sign of wit not to show it, and not to see that others want it.
Elegance is exquisite polish.
Love is the only possession which we can carry with us beyond the grave.
The more heart, the more sorrow.
To love one that is great, is almost to be great one's self.