清十八 / 十九世紀 竹雕「山水亭閣」圖題詩筆筒 《乙巳仲秋奉題》《禮堂弟沈大本》款 「禮」「堂」印

詩文：
西風槭霜林，巖壑發清爽；誰歟抱古琴，一彈眾山響。
高君雅頌材，和鳴興方仰；豈懼知音稀，深山乃獨往。
落葉斷行踪，流泉入指掌；洗我箏笛耳，宜願披雲上。
乙巳仲秋奉題，甘澍大兄秋樹鳴琴圖，即請政。禮堂弟沈大本。

There are minute chips to the interior and exterior of the mouthrim and feet. There are typical age cracks to the exterior of the brushpot. Otherwise good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

沈大本，號禮堂，清蘇州吳江人。