Marble HI sculpture vertical portrait

A close vertical portrait shows the letters "HI" meticulously sculpted from white marble, occupying the central two-thirds of a 9:16 frame and conveying quiet monumentality. The carved letterforms read as bold and legible, centred and slightly elevated on a low pedestal with even spacing and gentle hairline shadows that emphasize depth. Cool-soft illumination sculpts the edges and brings out warm gray veining against the pale field, and the overall color bias feels neutral with faint cool accents echoing #8C9AA3 and soft warm highlights near #BFB8B2. The background remains neutral and shaped by subtle graded light, creating a clean negative space that frames the letters without distraction. Surface textures include smooth polished marble faces, honed chisel marks on the cut rims, and a matte stone pedestal for contrast. Focus rests crisply on the front serif edges with moderate depth so the back planes fall gently softer, preserving sculptural layering. The viewpoint is eye level with a normal perceived width and a tight vertical crop that respects the 9:16 ratio for display on tall formats. A single minimal prop, a narrow felt pad under the pedestal, hints at conservation and gallery presentation. Render this as a high-detail photoreal image emphasizing tactile fidelity and calm stillness.