It is better to leave the child’s nose dirty than wring it off.
More French Proverbs:
Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.French
To every bird its nest seems fair.
French
The maxims of men disclose their hearts.
French
When the child is christened you will have godfathers enough.
French
Many are esteemed, only because they are not known.
French
Link by link the coat of mail is made.
French