Sphinx Inside a Giant Clockwork Clock

Photorealistic scene of a colossal sphinx statue carved from weathered sandstone, seated inside the inner chamber of a gigantic clock. The sphinx gazes forward with lifelike eyes; its lion body shows texture of chipped fur and sand grains. Behind it, an enormous clock face dominates the scene: glass cover with scratches, brass Roman numerals, oversized clock hands. Massive gears, brass cogs, pistons, riveted metal walls fill the space with a dramatic steampunk-meets-ancient vibe. Warm golden-hour light streams through tall arched windows, casting amber highlights on stone and patinaed metal, while cool blue shadows sculpt the details. Dust motes float in the air. Perspective: low-angle wide shot, viewer at floor level looking up toward the sphinx with the colossal clock looming behind; depth of field shallow so the sphinx is crisp while the background gears blur slightly. Realistic textures: sandstone weathering, moss patches, quartz specks, brushed brass, rust, glass reflections. Color palette: earthy browns, brass golds, bronze, deep blacks, and blue-gray shadows. Mood: awe-inspiring, timeless, monumental.