Harry Ritz Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
HARRY RITZ
Born: May 22, 1907 in Newark, New Jersey
Died: March 29, 1986 in San Diego, California
HARRY RITZ (1907-1986) was part of a comedy trio with brothers Al and Jimmy, managed by a fourth brother, George. After a brief stint as "the Collegians," they began performing comedy routines as The Ritz Brothers. The team was known for slapstick dance routines, tongue-twisting banter, and wide-eyed expressions. Starting out in Broadway reviews, the Ritz Brothers made their Hollywood debut in Hotel Anchovy, in 1934. Other movie vehicles included Sing, Baby Sing (1936), Life Begins in College (1937), The Three Musketeers (1939) and Never a Dull Moment (1943). Harry was considered the most talented of the brothers, as they acknowledged in their routine "The Man in the Middle is the Funny One." Although their movie career waned, The Ritz Brothers remained popular thereafter in live appearances. Al died in 1965, but Jimmy and Harry were still sought after for guest appearances, especially after Mel Brooks called the Ritz Brothers his idols.
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THE RITZ BROTHERS (HARRY RITZ) - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 07/04/1976 - HFSID 82927Check signed by Harry Ritz, dated July 4, 1976, from Las Vegas, Nevada. Payable to Standard Oil Co. for $56.71, with a stamped endorsement on the verso. Ritz was seen in his last film, Silent Movie, that year.Price: $160.00
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THE RITZ BROTHERS (HARRY RITZ) - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 286827Photograph signed by Harry Ritz, displaying an atypically serious expression. It includes the signature "Harry Ritz." Ritz, part of the comedy trio The Ritz Brothers, is recognized for their slapstick routines and film appearances.
Sale Price $225.00
$280.00
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THE RITZ BROTHERS (HARRY RITZ) - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH 1976 - HFSID 101146Photograph signed: "my best/(Harry Ritz)/(1976)/Ritz/Bros". In 1976, Harry Ritz signed this black and white photograph. Ritz was known for his work in films like Silent Movie and Hotel Anchovy, with his brothers.
Sale Price $105.00
$120.00
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THE RITZ BROTHERS (HARRY RITZ) - INSCRIBED SIGNATURE - HFSID 22826Card inscribed by Harry Ritz reads, "To Bill/Good Luck/Harry Ritz". The Ritz Brothers, known for their comedic performances, gained fame from films like Hotel Anchovy and Never a Dull Moment. Ink shows some "haloing".
Price: $80.00
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THE RITZ BROTHERS (HARRY RITZ) - PRINTED APPLICATION SIGNED IN INK WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 205124Endorsement application signed by "Harry Ritz" and "Arthur W. Stebbins", dated January 26, 1953, for jeweler David Zakwin's membership in the Friars Club. Multiple endorsements and signatures from Zakwin and "Joseph Levinson" included. Typed personal information provided.
Price: $180.00
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ARCH WARD - AUTOGRAPH CIRCA 1940 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 84350Album leaf signed by Arch Ward with the inscription "Regards from/Arch Ward" and dated "10-10-40". Also signed on the verso by Al, Harry, and Jimmy Ritz with a dated note "8-15-40". Accompanied by a magazine photograph.
Price: $200.00
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SOPHIE TUCKER - AUTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 81277Album leaf signed by singer Sophie Tucker and the Ritz Brothers comedy trio, featuring the signatures "Sophie/Tucker" and an inscribed signature to Goldie from "Harry", "Al", and "Jimmy" Ritz.
Price: $200.00
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THE RITZ BROTHERS (AL RITZ) - AUTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 77421Signatures of Al Ritz and Harry Ritz appear on a ruled sheet from a memo book, with Al's signature in pencil and Harry's on the verso. A note mentions their work with Universal Studios and their film history, including Hotel Anchovy and Sing, Baby Sing.
Price: $160.00
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THE RITZ BROTHERS - AUTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 86190Photograph of the Ritz Brothers, signed by Jimmy Ritz, Harry Ritz, and Al Ritz. It includes a still from their 1939 film The Three Musketeers. The brothers are known for their comedic performances in film and live appearances.
Sale Price $625.00
$750.00
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THE RITZ BROTHERS - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 22824Autograph note signed by Al Ritz in pencil, with additional signatures from Harry Ritz and Jimmy Ritz. The note expresses a desire to spend time with the recipient. Written on a hotel envelope, with no date or place provided.
Price: $180.00
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THE RITZ BROTHERS - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 321687Autograph note signed by Al, Jimmy, and Harry Ritz reads "To Elinor:/Sincerely/3 Ritz Bros/Al, Jimmy + Harry", written in black ink. An unsigned magazine clipping is affixed. The Ritz Brothers were known for their comedic performances and films.
Price: $180.00
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THE RITZ BROTHERS - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 327261Autograph note signed by the Ritz Brothers, inscribed to a fan with the message "To John:/Best Wishes/Sincerely/"3 Ritz Bros."/Jimmy", "Harry", "Al". The brothers are known for their comedic performances and film appearances, starting in 1925.
Price: $180.00
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THE RITZ BROTHERS - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 271190Photograph inscribed and signed by Al, Harry, and Jimmy Ritz includes the inscriptions: "Al/To/'Pat'/Our very best to/you./3 Ritz Bros.", "Harry", and "Jimmy". The Ritz Brothers were known for their comedic performances in films and live shows.
Price: $350.00
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THE RITZ BROTHERS - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 304333Photograph inscribed and signed by Jimmy Ritz and Harry Ritz, reading "To Bob/our best wishes/Sincerely/Ritz Bros/Jimmy" and "Harry" in blue ink. Features the Ritz Brothers, known for their comedic performances, in a black and white image.
Sale Price $165.00
$200.00
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THE RITZ BROTHERS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 184337Photograph signed by "Jimmy", "Harry", and "Al" Ritz, with one brother adding "Good - Luck/Ritz Bros.". The Ritz Brothers were known for their comedic performances and starred in films like Hotel Anchovy and Never a Dull Moment.
Sale Price $250.00
$320.00
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THE RITZ BROTHERS - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 184339Photograph inscribed and signed by Harry Ritz and Jimmy Ritz with the message, "To David/With Best Wishes/Always/Ritz Bros." The inscription is in blue ink, while the signatures are in black.
Price: $220.00
