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Lot #785
George and Ira Gershwin

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DS, signed “George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin,” two pages, 8.5 x 11, January 28, 1937. Payment terms for a ‘dramatico-musical work” Ira and George are to produce for RKO Radio Pictures as set forth by RKO, for a salary of $70,000. Nicely signed on the second page in fountain pen by both Gershwins. The Gershwins did Shall We Dance for RKO in 1937, starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. In fine condition, with expected mailing folds, a couple staple holes to top edges and an RKO stamp to bottom of second page. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.

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