This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/16/2022
Offered is beautiful and touching keepsake commemorating the marriage of Elvis and Priscilla Presley--a “Newlyweds Holding Hands” ceramic sculpture. The item was given to Graceland maid and cook, Nancy Rooks, and she cherished it the rest of her life. On the bottom of the piece, Nancy has lovingly written “May 1967 – Elvis Presley's hand holding his one and only wife Priscilla's”.
Nancy worked as a maid and cook for Elvis Presley at Graceland from 1967 to 1977, and stayed on to work for the family until 1982. She treasured her time working for Elvis and the Presley family, and always enjoyed sharing her memories with fans over the years. She made countless meals for Elvis, including his peanut butter and banana sandwiches. As a member of the Graceland family, Nancy was given any number of household items, decorative pieces or keepsakes that Elvis, Vernon, Elvis' grandmother Minnie Mae or Elvis' Aunt Delta wanted her to have. Sadly, Nancy passed just this past August 15, during The annual "Elvis Week" celebrations in Memphis. The items offered in this auction emanate directly from Nancy's estate and are accompanied by a letter of authenticity from her family.
Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Nancy's daughter. The piece measures 10 x 4 ½ inches and presents in Near Mint condition.