It is commonly supposed that the art of pleasing is a wonderful aid in the pursuit of fortune but the art of being bored is infinitely more successful. – Nicolas Chamfort
The contemplative life is often miserable. One must act more, think less, and not watch oneself live. – Nicolas Chamfort
Change of fashion is the tax levied by the industry of the poor on the vanity of the rich. – Nicolas Chamfort
I love art dealers. In some ways, theyre my favorite people in the art world. Really. I love that they put their money where their taste is, create their own aesthetic universes, support artists, employ people, and do all of this while letting us see art for free. Many are visionaries. – Jerry Saltz