Craft a surrealistic visual interpretation of the denial of death, characterized by soft and ethereal lighting that imparts long shadows. The image should draw inspiration from the dreamlike, juxtaposing light and darkness aspects of pre-1912 surrealistic artistry, resembling the haunting elegance of Gothic literature. It should echo qualities such as fluidity, distorted reality, obscure symbolism, and paradoxical elements. The overall composition should be poetic and thought-provoking, teetering on the brink of macabre and captivating curiosity.