Sorting Hat Potter Style

A dark wizard's sorting hat sits centered on a wooden stool, flanked symmetrically by four tall white pillar candles with glowing yellow flames. The background is a swirling, textured blaze of deep orange, amber, and rust tones, creating a fiery, atmospheric glow. The hat is rendered in dark teal-black with visible brushstroke folds and a slightly drooping pointed tip, giving it an aged, mystical quality. The overall mood is dramatic and enchanting, evoking a magical ceremony. Bold acrylic style with expressive brushwork; moderate complexity suitable for intermediate painters.