An 18th century Calligraphic engraving of a quotation published by George Bickham in 1741

"Every step that a man makes beyond a moderate reasonable provision, is taking so much from the worthiness of his own spirit: and he that is entirely set upon making a fortune, is all that while undoing the Man. He must grow deaf to the wretched, estrange himself from the agreeable, learn hardness of heart, desireth every thing that is noble, and terminate all in his despicable self." Framed measurements: 9" by 9".