清 錫水注

inscribed to each side with a poetic verse, one taken from Yuan Yishan ji [The Compilation of Yuan Yishan] written by the Jin dynasty scholar Yuan Haowen, followed by an inscription reading Shen Luyong zaibi ('written again by Shen Luyong'), the other taken from a poem written by the Song dynasty poet Lu You, followed by another inscription Biyuting zhong wandao Cunzhou ('leisurely carved by Cunzhou in the Green Jade Pavilion'), all accompanied by six seals, Japanese wood box

The teapot is generally in good condition. There are a few surface scratches and expected minor dents, including a dent more prominent (about 2 by 1 cm) the base of the handle. There are a few nicks and nibbles to the tip of spout and general expected surface wear. Please note that the teapot is accompanied by a rubbing of the inscription mounted as handscroll.
"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."

題識：
「人之君」印。糟床何處得茶渾。醉後從為客，詩成覺有神，沈鷺雝再筆。「竹居主人」「祖子」印。
「竹居」印。一壺清露來塵表，聊為幽人洗肺肝。碧玉亭中玩刀。存周。「存周」印。
「往吟閣」印。

沈存周，字鷺雝，號竹居主人，浙江嘉興人，清初錫器大家，兼工詩，所製集詩書於一身，精工細緻，形氣剛克，文韻彌彌。