6 Quotes & Sayings By Theophile Gautier

Theophile Gautier was a French poet, playwright, novelist, librettist and critic. He was born August 3, 1811 in Paris. His work included shorter stories, poems, novels and dramas. He was known as a brilliant wit who captivated Parisian society with his literary talents Read more

His most famous works include: "Fantômas" (1835), "Le Fantôme de l'Opéra" (1836), "Le Maître de Marie Roget" (1840) and his collection "Rêves d'une nuit d'été" (1847).

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To love is to admire with the heart to admire is to love with the mind. Theophile Gautier
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The cat is a dilettante in fur. Theophile Gautier
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I was born to travel and write verse. Theophile Gautier
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Art is beauty, the perpetual invention of detail, the choice of words, the exquisite care of execution. Theophile Gautier
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It is difficult to obtain the friendship of a cat. It is a philosophical animal... one that does not place its affections thoughtlessly. Theophile Gautier