Create an illustration inspired by Edward Gorey's signature style, using intricate cross-hatching and fine linework. The character should be depicted with a simplified, eerie silhouette, devoid of overt emotion, evoking a sense of quiet unease. The character, dressed in a 19th to early 20th-century-inspired outfit, should have a minimalistic, patterned dress that subtly incorporates the leopard print motif of the original image, but reimagined with Gorey's meticulous pen-stroke style. Use Gorey's characteristic shading to add depth and texture. Place the character in a minimalist setting with sparse background details to emphasize the figure, and include symbolic motifs such as a black cat or a clock to enhance the surreal atmosphere. The overall composition should feel both nostalgic and slightly unsettling, with elements of Victorian gothic sensibilities.