A dramatic portrait of a commanding woman, her gaze unflinching, her eyes deep and piercing, dressed in a Gothic-inspired gown with luxurious dark velvet and intricate lace accents. The gown features angular cuts, ornate metal fastenings, and cascading layers of midnight fabric. She wears a tall, pointed hat adorned with delicate veils, while her dark hair is impeccably styled in a tight, severe bun. In her hand, she grasps a slender, silver scepter, her expression both intense and authoritative. Behind her, a backdrop of swirling, tempestuous skies and looming, gothic spires intensifies the dramatic and powerful essence of the portrait.