Sheet

Name/Title

Sheet

Entry/Object ID

1995.020.001

Description

Overall dimensions 84 inches x 68 inches. Two hand hemmed sheets. The width is made from two narrow pieces sewn together by hand. The top of each sheet is folded over and cut into deep scallops 5 - 6 inches long and of various widths and sewed to the sheet. This leaves an even edge with a little decoration. The sheets are yellowed with age and have a few spots or stains. PERSONAL ASSOCIATIONS: These sheets belonged to Emily Emerson Gray who was either a cousin or sister of Ralph Waldo Emerson.