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The Prodigal Son Feasted on His Return

early 18th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: The Prodigal Son Feasted on His Return
  • Artist: After Sébastien Leclerc I (French, Metz 1637–1714 Paris)
  • Published in: London
  • Date: early 18th century
  • Medium: Hand-colored engraving
  • Dimensions: Sheet: 9 7/16 × 13 11/16 in. (24 × 34.8 cm)
  • Classification: Prints
  • Credit Line: Gift of Adele S. Gollin, 1976
  • Object Number: 1976.602.49
  • Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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