Photoreal Bard in an Ancient Pagoda

Ultra-photorealistic depiction of a bard standing on a polished wooden balcony inside an ancient East Asian pagoda, playing a carved lute. Warm amber lantern light reflects off lacquered red pillars, gold leaf ornamentation, and intricate woodwork. The beams are adorned with phoenix and dragon motifs; silk banners flutter gently. Fragrance of incense swirls through the air as soft smoke rises. Outside the open lattice windows, distant misty mountains and the pagoda rooftops create a serene backdrop. The bard wears flowing robes embroidered with celestial or phoenix patterns, a lightweight scarf, and simple leather boots; their eyes are closed as they sing, beam of calm expression. Textures include aged wood, brass lute strings, silk fabrics, and subtle skin detail. Lighting is cinematic, golden-hour tone with shallow depth of field: the bard in sharp focus, background softly blurred. Recommended render: 50mm lens, f/2.8, ultra-high-resolution photorealism, 8k.