清嘉慶 / 道光 竹胎朱漆題詩筆筒 《竹山》款

of cylindrical form and raised on three small feet, the exterior inscribed on rich orange lacquered ground with four poems, the first two in regular script and the other two in running script, the latter comprising Inscribed on One Stalk of Bamboo Extending Off the Paper and Cut Boughs of Orchids by Zheng Xie (Banqiao) (1693-1766), the last poem terminating with a signature by Zhushan ('Bamboo Mountain')

The overall condition is very good, except for a few shallow lacquer flakes to the rims, surface wear and minor dents, as well as some typical age cracks and old stains.
"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."

竹山，居江蘇嘉定，嘉慶、道光時人。此筆筒所刻詩文，其二取大書畫家鄭燮筆下《折枝蘭》詩句，詳見蘇富比官網。