* Attributed to Robert Dighton (1752-1814). A series of six drawings illustrating the story of the Prodigal Son, circa 1780s, 6 oval pen, ink and wash drawings on rectangular laid paper, one with partial watermark, image size 110 x 153 mm (4.3 x 6.1 ins), sheet size 125 x 165 mm (5 x 6.5 ins), a few minor marks, tipped-in to 19th century album leaves, bound in later (probably 20th century) antique-style half morocco over marbled boards, with red morocco title 'Prodigal Son' to spine, (192 x 235 mm, 7.5 x 9.2 ins)Qty: (1)NOTESThe story of the Prodigal Son has a long tradition in European art, and became especially popular in England during the 18th century. The six scenes represent 1) The Prodigal Son receives his patrimony, 2) The Prodigal Son taking leave, 3) The Prodigal Son revelling with the harlots, 4) The Prodigal Son in misery, 5) The Prodigal Son returns reclaimed, and 6) The Prodigal Son feasted on his return.