He, upon no occasion, manifested anger to his servants, however much they might be in fault, but contented himself with admonishing them graciously, without menace or insult.

He had a gentle and agreeable tongue, with which he could turn all the gentlemen at court any way he liked.

He was beloved and honored by the whole community." His manner was graceful, familiar, caressing, and yet dignified.

He had the good breeding which comes from the heart, refined into an inexpressible charm from his constant intercourse, almost from his cradle, with mankind of all ranks.
It may be supposed that this train of living was attended with expense.
Moreover, he had various other establishments in town and country; besides his almost royal residence in Brussels.

He was ardently fond of the chase, particularly of the knightly sport of falconry.