Create an illustration inspired by Edward Gorey’s distinctive style, featuring a character with a dark yet elegant presence, similar to the one in the provided image. Use intricate cross-hatching techniques to depict shadows and textures, capturing the details of the character’s black dress adorned with red roses and lace elements. Render the folds of the fabric and the character’s flowing hair with fine linework, adding depth and a sense of three-dimensionality. The character should have an emotionless expression and a composed posture, evoking an air of quiet melancholy. Position the character against a minimal Gothic background, using subtle cross-hatching to suggest faint outlines of stone arches, candelabras, and clocks without overwhelming detail. Incorporate symbolic motifs like a raven perched nearby, a black cat at the character’s feet, or a clock showing a surreal time, subtly hinting at themes of time, mystery, and unease. The overall composition should blend the dark, Gothic atmosphere with the character’s delicate features, creating a contrast between beauty and eeriness.