Knowing flea market people who sell fake and reproduction items, I imagine the disappointment was NOT from finding out the items were fake (I bet he already knew that) but was disappointed he didn't sucker you into buying these pieces.
You were interested enough to take the time to look at them, ask about them, take pictures of them and then come back. I imagine when he saw you approaching his booth the next day, he had $$ signs in his eyes.
If I were you, I would go back and see if this guy STILL has the signs out for sale and at the same prices (I bet he still does). If so, then I would find the owner or manager of the flea market and complain to them.
If they don't do anything then I would know that this flea market is OK with harboring dealers who are out to fleece prospective buyers.
David
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