A skeleton seated at an antique wooden desk adorned with a flickering lantern, bathed in an ethereal glow. The scene captures the moody atmosphere of witchy academia, with a backdrop of swirling mist. The skeleton is adorned in a richly detailed, Western-style costume, featuring intricate embroidery and a wide-brimmed hat. Its bony fingers rest on ancient tomes and scrolls, hinting at a lifetime of arcane study. The intimate, intense close-up reveals the texture of aged bones and the gleam of the lantern, casting dramatic shadows. The style is reminiscent of Eve Ventrue, masterfully blending digital artistry with the classic allure of ZBrush, creating a portrait that is both haunting and captivating in its mysterious elegance.