Create an Edward Gorey-inspired illustration featuring a young woman wearing a sleek red dress with delicate black lace details and adorned with a large ribbon bow in her hair. Her expression is calm and composed, hinting at a subtle, enigmatic narrative. Use meticulous cross-hatching to capture the smooth texture of the fabric, the intricate lacework, and the flowing strands of her hair. The background should remain minimal, with only a few ornate objects--perhaps antique vases or decorative furniture--leaving ample negative space to evoke tension and focus on the subject. Include symbolic motifs such as a bow or an antique clock in the background to hint at themes of elegance, fleeting time, and hidden emotion. The scene should blend refinement with an air of melancholy, aligning with Gorey’s signature style of understated storytelling and quiet unease.