First half of the 20th century, aluminum in black paint, including a pair of benches and four arm chairs, each with sea shell and seahorse decorated backs, scrolled seats on curule form legs, appears unmarked.

Bench 31 x 42 x 23 in.; chair 31 x 21.5 x 23 in.

From the estate of the late Dr. Howard & Andrea Vest, Green Hill, Hillsborough, North Carolina

This pattern was originally designed for the Breakers Hotel, Palm Beach, Florida. Founded in the late 19th century, Molla is noted as the first company to use aluminum and magnesium castings for their outdoor furniture.

Overall good estate condition; some minor paint loss and signs of outdoor use.

$1,000 - 2,000