Prompt
Create an image of Ralph Waldo Emerson, a middle-aged American philosopher, essayist, and poet, sitting in a contemplative pose amidst a serene natural setting, with a backdrop of a 19th-century New England landscape. He should be dressed in attire typical of the era, with a thoughtful expression on his face, as if lost in deep thought. Incorporate subtle hints of his literary works, such as a book or manuscript in his hand, and a faint image of a Transcendentalist-inspired scenery in the background. Render the image in a realistic yet slightly romanticized style, reminiscent of 19th-century American art, with a muted color palette and soft lighting.