Philosopher's Stone Within a Steam Engine

An oil painting in thick impasto style depicting the interior of a brass steam engine's boiler. In the center sits the legendary Philosopher's Stone, softly glowing with crimson and gold, surrounded by gleaming pistons, gears, and riveted iron. Steam swirls around, catching the warm light. The engine's ornate brasswork reflects the stone's glow; alchemical sigils etched into metal panels. The scene resembles a Victorian workshop, with deep chiaroscuro, rich earth tones like ochre and burnt umber, and visible brushstrokes on both canvas and machine surfaces. The composition emphasizes the stone as life-giving energy powering the machine, with dramatic lighting and painterly texture.