Create an Edward Gorey-style illustration of a street parade featuring a giant, skeletal giraffe puppet led by a group of participants. Use meticulous cross-hatching to depict the texture of the giraffe puppet, adding an eerie quality to its exaggerated, elongated features. Render the figures guiding the puppet in an almost puppet-like manner, with stiff poses and subtle expressions that convey a sense of detachment. Their clothing should resemble vintage styles, with detailed but slightly worn and tattered designs. The background should be minimal, only hinting at distant buildings and trees to keep the focus on the puppet and participants. Add symbolic elements like shadowy birds or vague clock faces in the sky to heighten the sense of mystery and emphasize the surreal atmosphere of the scene.