Ancient Artifact in a Snowy Landscape (Watercolor)

An ethereal watercolor painting of an ancient artifact half-buried in a pristine snowy landscape. The artifact is bronze with a weathered patina and glowing runes along its curved surface. Snowdrifts cover part of a carved inscription; moss and frost cling to the base. Ice crystals hang from the edges of the artifact. Surrounding scenery shows snow-laden pine trees, distant misty mountains, and a pale blue dawn sky with soft pink and lavender tones. Use wet-on-wet washes for sky and snow, delicate color bleeds, and a slightly translucent, textural brushwork to convey weathering. The artifact emits a warm, subtle glow that contrasts with the cool environment. The composition is a low-angle view focusing on the artifact with gentle leading lines in the snow toward it.