He knew at least half of the statement wasn’t true, but either way he wasn’t welcome.
(Isaack van Ostade, 1649)
Such cheap figurines were not welcome in her house.
(Jan Steen, 1665-68)
It had felt so important and productive at the time.
(Albertinelli, 1503)
The difficulty of the journey home practically negated the relaxation of his trip.
(Pieter Lastman, 1619)
His guests were duly impressed by such a selfless display for his children.
(Gerard de Lairesse, 1675)
She could have reminded all the children if caring for that bird had not been so consuming.
(Reynolds, 1773)
The preening self-importance was more than he could bear.
(Caravaggio, 1607)
Near-wisdom from the ages.
Because people never change.
