釋文：天將明鏡一時昏，西北風來散兩痕。獨坐船頭分巨浪，乾坤呼吸若為吞。

款識：清湘老人濟。鈐印：苦瓜和尚濟畫法

《亞洲藝術：一個藏家的選擇》，紐約伊薩卡：康奈爾大學赫伯特 • F • 約翰遜藝術博物館，1973年，編號62，第83、193頁

- Paper bears a darkened tone due to age. - Restoration can be found.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Artist’s inscription:
The skies are as clear as a mirror
Just before dusk the winds from the northwest
scatter all traces of rain.
Silently sitting at the prow of the boat
as it separates the billowing waves,
I wonder, have I too come
to the parting of the way?