Two paper hearts, one blush pink and one cream, interlock on an ivory linen surface.

Original artwork, not a still

Jacqueline

Samuel Rogers

She was good as she was fair, None--none on earth above her! As pure in thought as angels are: To know her was to love her.

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What it means

Our interpretation.

Beauty and goodness are brought together in an admiring portrait. The final line makes affection seem the natural result of knowing this person, rather than something that requires persuasion. The praise is deliberately absolute, presenting her character as no less remarkable than her appearance.

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