It appeared to me that he was pleased to see me, and he expressed a wish that I should go immediately to inspect his collection of statues.

I spent the whole day there, and for that reason was unable to deliver all your letters.

Afterwards, on Sunday, the Cardinal came into the new house, and had me sent for.

I went to him, and he asked what I thought about the things which I had seen.

I replied by stating my opinion, and certainly I can say with sincerity that there are many fine things in the collection.