A BLADE IN THE DARK by Jay Shaw

Limited edition screen print for Lamberto Bava's 1983 giallo horror film A Blade in the Dark (La Casa Con La Scala Nel Buio), created by Jay Shaw (Iron Jaiden). This officially licensed movie poster is a collectible art print produced using traditional silkscreen printing techniques, featuring minimalist cult horror artwork inspired by the film's chilling atmosphere and classic Italian giallo colors.

Print Specifications

• Dimensions: 12 × 25 inches (30.48 × 63.50 cm)
• Edition: Hand-numbered, signed edition of 100 prints
• Printing method: 2-color silkscreen process
• Release date: June 1, 2012 (Mondo Gallery's Don't Go Out Tonight – Jay Shaw Solo Show)
• Condition: Mint, archival quality

Lamberto Bava's A Blade in the Dark is a cult favorite of the Italian giallo genre, blending psychological suspense with stylish cinematography and inventive murder mystery storytelling. Released internationally under its English title while retaining its Italian identity as La Casa Con La Scala Nel Buio, the film has become a sought-after classic among fans of European horror cinema.

Created for Mondo Gallery's Don't Go Out Tonight – Jay Shaw Solo Show, Jay Shaw's artwork distills the film's suspenseful themes into a bold, minimalist composition. The restrained two-color silkscreen process complements the stark visual style while evoking the dramatic contrasts and Italian giallo colors associated with the genre. Limited to only one hundred signed and hand-numbered prints, this edition is an exceptionally scarce collectible.

Produced exclusively for the celebrated gallery exhibition, this screen print reflects the craftsmanship and thoughtful design that define Jay Shaw's alternative movie posters. Its limited edition, distinctive format, and connection to one of Mondo Gallery's most memorable solo exhibitions make it a prized acquisition for collectors of horror alt posters and Italian genre cinema.

About the Artist

Jay Shaw, also known as Iron Jaiden, is an acclaimed illustrator and designer celebrated for his bold graphic compositions, minimalist visual language, and highly collectible horror alt posters. His collaborations with Mondo and gallery exhibitions have established him as one of the leading voices in contemporary alternative movie poster art. Shaw's work is especially admired for transforming cult horror and exploitation films into striking, design-forward screen prints.

Archival Storage and Shipping

Your print is preserved in museum-quality mylar sleeves with acid-free backing board and stored in climate-controlled flat files. Each poster is carefully handled and packed by our master shipper in a smoke-free studio environment.

Shipping includes heavyweight poster tubes with kraft and glycerine paper protection, then secured in tube boxes for safe transit. For complete shipping details, see our Shipping Policy.