This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/5/2023
Offered is Elvis Presley's red fruit bowl from Graceland. The bowl comes from the collection of Graceland cook Nancy Rooks. Nancy has written "EP" on the edge of the bowl--this was one method Nancy used to mark the items that came from Elvis.
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.
The bowl is 9 1/2 inches in diameter and stands 2 inches tall. On the bottom it is marked "U.S.A." Near Mint condition.