Robert Dighton

Robert Dighton (1751–1814) was a caricaturist, painter and printmaker.

Also recorded as Robert Dighton the Elder; Robert, the elder Dighton; Robert, I Dighton.

Robert Dighton in brief

Born
1751
Died
1814
Known for
caricaturist, painter, printmaker, draftsperson, singer, graphic artist, art educator and actor
Place of birth
London
Contents

Overview

Born at London in 1751, died at London in 1814.

In detail

the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is painting and caricature.

Places of work recorded in the authority are London.

Work by Robert Dighton is recorded in the collections of National Gallery of Victoria, Art Institute of Chicago, National Library of Wales, Yale Center for British Art and Print Collection.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Robert Dighton”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q7343545: Robert Dighton

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