Create a finely detailed, black-and-white illustration inspired by the art style of Edward Gorey. Depict a young woman dressed in an ornate, vintage-inspired gown with puffed sleeves, lace details, and floral embellishments. Her expression should be calm and emotionless, evoking a sense of eerie elegance. Incorporate Gorey’s cross-hatching technique to render the texture of the shiny, intricate fabrics and her flowing dark hair with meticulous precision. Place her in front of a minimalist yet symbolic backdrop: a tall, arched clock positioned above a bookcase filled with old, mysterious tomes. In the background, a single candle flickers, casting subtle shadows. Use the clock motif to introduce an element of time and fleeting moments, a theme often explored in Gorey’s work. Ensure the composition emphasizes negative space and shadows to evoke a sense of emptiness and ambiguity. Include small symbolic elements subtly, such as a red rose in her hair, representing fleeting beauty or mystery. Use cross-hatching to emphasize the interplay between light and dark, allowing the scene to convey both elegance and an unsettling stillness.