Unusual Patinated Bronze Medusa Inkwell, 19th c., on a

Unusual Patinated Bronze Medusa Inkwell, 19th c., on a stepped integral circular base, possibly a Grand Tour souvenir, H.- 4 in., W.- 3 3/4 in., D.- 3 1/2 in.
Condition Report: Condition consistent with age and sue. Hinge is loose. Needs to be squeezed on sides in order to tighten. Bronze is discolored. No signs of repair. No insert. No marks. Lid does not touch inkwell at both sides. Some green discoloration to underside of bottom. A unique piece. __________________________________________________________________________ ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD "AS IS." NO STATEMENT REGARDING CONDITION OF ANY ITEM, WHETHER IT IS MADE ORALLY AT THE AUCTION OR ANY OTHER TIME, OR IN WRITING IN THE CATALOGUE OR ELSEWHERE, SHALL BE DEEMED TO BE A WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION, OR ASSUMPTION OF LIABILITY.