I do not say there is anything here more notable than the Annunciation attributed to Andrea at the Spedale degli Innocenti, while of course, for most people, his putti on the facade of that building are the della Robbia symbol; nor is there anything finer than Luca's work at Impruneta; but as a collection of sweetness and gentle domestic beauty these Bargello reliefs are unequalled, both in character and in volume.

Here you see what one might call Roman Catholic art--that is, the art which at once gives pleasure to simple souls and symbolizes benevolence and safety--carried out to its highest power.

Tenderness, happiness, and purity are equally suggested by every relief here.

Had Luca and Andrea been entrusted with the creation of the world it would be a paradise.

And, as it is, it seems to me impossible but that they left the world sweeter than they found it.