Huntsman and Sons Tailored Three-Piece Suit, Worn By Rex Harrison, 1984

This custom suit was created for renowned stage actor Rex Harrison in his starring role of the West End production of Aren’t We All? in 1984. Finely made by the London Savile Row tailor Huntsman & Sons (founded in 1849), Harrison was photographed wearing this suit multiple times in the later years of his illustrious career. Rex Harrison’s name is typed on the Huntsman & Sons interior label, a common practice in men’s tailoring.

Men's wool plaid three piece suit with suspenders including a notched lapel jacket with padded shoulders into long two-piece sleeves, side flap pockets, and front button closure; paired with matching vest with waist welt pockets, back waist cinch, and front button closure; and pleated button fly trousers with suspenders.
Label: Huntsman & Sons LTD. / 11. Savile Row / London W1X 2PS / Rex Harrison / 14526/123 CH/RL 26.3.84
Size Label: N/A
Style/Serial No.: 14526/123 CH/RL 26.3.84

Approximate Measurements:
JACKET
Shoulders: 17.5"
Chest: 44"
Waist: 41"
Hips: 42"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 33.5"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 34.5"

VEST
Shoulders: 11"
Chest: 44"
Waist (uncinched): 43"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 27.5"

PANTS
Waist: 36.5"
Hips: 42"
Length (side waist band to hem): 44"
Inseam: 30.75"

Property from the Collection of Susan Gutfreund, New York, New York