Vintage RARE Signed Luigi Fabris Porcelain Figurine \"Watermelon\" Italy 8\"x 5.5\" For Sale

Up for sale is a LOVELY RARE Capodimonte Luigi Fabris porcelain figurine of \"The Watermelon Seller\" a gentleman selling his ripe Watermelons. He is holding a large watermelon with his hand and finger pointed in the air trying to draw attention to his other melons. He is wearing a work apron. He is standing on a base that looks like stone bricks. He is in tan and creme. This piece is a signed on the bottom and has the Fabris red anchor mark. This stunning piece stands an impressive 9.5 inches tall and approximately 6 inches wide at base. He has PERFECT OUTSTRETCHED arms and fingers holding his melons. This figurine is made of solid porcelain and is very heavy. This piece is marked L. Fabris on the bottom. It is from my parents private collection and is in WONDERFUL CONDITION! The only thing I see is a possible repair on the tip of one Watermelon slice...see pic 2 I personally do not feel it takes away from the piece. I do not see any other chips, cracks or repairs. PLEASE review all of the pictures because they are part of the description and you can make your own decision. Since I do not accept returns PLEASE if you have any questions or would like to see more pics please feel free to ask. I only ship international through \'s international shipping program. This is a heavy piece so the shipping is a little higher. This is a RARE piece and a true artistic heirloom. If you love beautiful vintage items please visit my store Candie54 My FavoriteThings.