The Fall of Jericho: The Giant Goliath 1812

Curator: Here we have Conte Carlo Lasinio’s print entitled "The Fall of Jericho: The Giant Goliath," held here at the Harvard Art Museums. Editor: It’s quite striking, isn’t it? The detailed etching work creates a compelling, almost dreamlike quality, despite the violent scenes depicted. Curator: Indeed. Look at the labor involved in creating such fine lines. The artist clearly intended to contrast the fall of Jericho with Goliath's defeat. See how the labor of the people echoes the violence? Editor: Yes, and consider Goliath here – a fallen hero, contrasted against the symbolic meaning of Jericho’s collapse. It is a fascinating commentary on power and its fragility. Curator: I agree. The printmaking technique also makes it accessible, reproducible, designed for wider consumption and engagement in its time. Editor: Absolutely. It's compelling how Lasinio uses these interwoven symbolic narratives to make a statement about faith, power, and the human condition. Curator: A striking example of both artistic craft and layered historical meaning, wouldn’t you agree? Editor: I certainly do. It leaves you pondering the artist’s intention long after you've viewed it.