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After Graceland granted Artist Frank V. Szasz his commission to paint this portrait of Elvis Presley; he, Wendy Joyce and James T. Yoakum went to Graceland to research the background for the portrait. This research was not absolutely scientificly fact based as much of it was obtained from the fond memories of Elvis' Aunt Delta. Art is beauty and love is beautiful, Aunt Delta made sure that the Artist captured both the beauty of Elvis' youth and the love of his Mother in this portrait. These qualities share with the viewer the personal side of the legendary singer making this portrait unique among the many posters of Elvis.
In Frank V. Sasz's agreement with Wendy - Wendy obtained the rights to the 1982 prints. The copyright and printing date is 1982, and the prints which were not given to Memphis dignitaries at the unveiling, have been in storage since.
Wendy has the original metal printing plates in her personal possession. Thus, it is her intent not to print any additional copies. Wendy Joyce, P.O. Box 11134, Kansas City, Kansas 66111-0134, is the authenticator of F. Szasz's name in the lower right hand corner of the image as well as the limited edition of 50 - 24 X 32 3/4 inch prints on French RAG paper. The number of posters originally printed was 7,500 with 15,000 small European desk prints. Wendy's certification of authenticity that Frank V. Szasz painted this portrait is included with each of the 50 limited edition numbered 24 X 32 3/4 inch prints. The limited edition prints are priced at $99.95 each. If you are not satisfied with your print or the certificate of authenticity, return the portrait print and the certificate within 30 days of the sale for a full refund of the sale price.