The artwork titled “‘Mine is a long and sad tale!’ said the Mouse, turning to Alice and sighing” is created by the artist Arthur Rackham. This piece is a part of the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement and falls under the genre of illustration. It is specifically tied to the series “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.”
In the artwork, a melancholic mouse is depicted conversing with Alice, a young girl, who appears to be listening intently. The rendition is done in a monochromatic style, characterized by intricate line work that is emblematic of Rackham’s illustrative approach. Alice sits cross-legged on the ground, her expression one of curiosity and empathy, while the mouse conveys a sense of sorrow through its posture and gaze. The simplicity of the composition, devoid of elaborate backgrounds, focuses the viewer’s attention entirely on the interaction between the two characters, highlighting the narrative moment in Lewis Carroll’s tale.