Wonder at the first sight of works of art may be the effect of ignorance and novelty; but real admiration and permanent delight in them are the growth of taste and knowledge.

The greatest grossness sometimes accompanies the greatest refinement, as a natural relief.

Dandyism is a species of genius.

Prejudice is never easy unless it can pass itself off for reason.

There are no rules for friendship. It must be left to itself. We cannot force it any more than love.

Dandyism is a variety of genius.

People of genius do not excel in any profession because they work in it, they work in it because they excel.