Noirism #2: More Shadow Grids

From Alfred Hitchcock's "Shadow of a Doubt", 1943.

Unlike the impossible shadows in "Laura", Hitchcock's shadows are cast by objects visible to the viewer and are more texturally varied.

Blind Justice

From Otto Preminger's "Laura".

Throughout his investigation into Laura's murder, Detective Marc McPherson is frequently shown with his eyes in shadow, suggesting impartiality.

"Lustitia" -- Hans Gieng, 1543

The earliest know representation of blind justice.