Mildred Dienstag Minimalist Ink Drawing of a Mouse

This original ink drawing on paper measures 5 by 7 inches and is attributed to artist Mildred Dienstag. The artwork features a whimsical, minimalist depiction of a mouse rendered in bold black ink strokes against a cream-colored or off-white paper substrate. The style is characterized by its fluid, Calligraphic linework, utilizing negative space and a single heavy contoured form to define the subject. A distinctive artist's monogram or cipher is visible in the upper right quadrant of the paper. The piece is professionally presented within a double-matted arrangement—a thin black inner mat followed by a secondary brown or copper-toned outer mat. The entirety is housed in a contemporary silver-toned polished metal frame, protected by glass. The condition appears excellent with no visible foxing, yellowing, or paper undulation, though there is a minor glare on the glass from the photographic capture. This type of mid-century minimalist graphic art is noted for its clean aesthetic and high-quality draftsmanship, likely dating from the mid-to-late 20th century.