^Lot 705 Harry Ruby

Prolific American songwriter (1895–1974) whose works, many of which were prominently featured in the films of the Marx Brothers and Eddie Cantor, include such standards as ‘I Wanna Be Loved by You’ and ‘Three Little Words.’ AMQS on an off-white 6.25 x 3 sheet of music paper. Ruby pens 12 bars of music and lyrics to ‘Who’s Sorry Now,’ inscribing at the top, “To Harry W. Johnston,” adding on the reverse “Thanks for your letter—Glad you like the song. Sincerely, Harry Ruby.” Pencil lines through note on reverse and a uniform shade of mild toning, otherwise fine condition.