As an importer and producer, the Selig furniture company helped popularize timeless and elegant postwar designs in the United States.
Selig created Danish-inspired chairs, sofas and other furnishings for the home that were cutting-edge, contemporary and airy. The brand was also among the first to introduce Scandinavian and European modern styles to Americans in the 1950s and 60s. The company imported and manufactured furniture known for its extraordinary design and style using high-quality, enduring and seductive materials.
Selig was founded in 1931 by Mandell Selig and Samuel Wexler. The pair started the business during the challenging economic times of the Great Depression prior to World War II. By the 1960s, under the leadership of Wexler's son, Robert, Selig peaked with manufacturing factories in five American cities.
Selig’s importing business had a meaningful impact on Italian furniture manufacturers. Wexler, the junior, had a hand in advancing and growing the manufacturing sector of the country’s Udine region. Due to this contribution, the Italian government saw fit to knight Robert Wexler with the title of “Cavaliere.”
After nearly four decades of influencing seating and lounging preferences in the United States with sophisticated mid-century modern and Scandinavian modern furniture — including its own chrome rocking chairs and leather club chairs — Selig sold to Simmons, the mattress company, in 1970, thus dissolving. Much of what they produced and imported is still available despite no longer being manufactured, and many collectors seek original Selig furniture.
On 1stDibs, find an array of vintage Selig furniture that includes lounge chairs, armchairs, tables and more.
Set 6 Dan Johnson Viscount Chairs / Black Lacquer and Brass / Selig
By Selig, Dan Johnson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Signature wrap-around brass arms curve continuously from back to front, creating the sculptural silhouette that defines Dan Johnson's 1950s Viscount design. reupholstered (10-12 year...
Brass
Ib Kofod Larsen Model 70-15 Occasional Chair for Selig, c. 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Denver, CO
A hard-to-find, rare Model 70-15 Occasional Chair Designed by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig. This single chair is in fabulous condition. It features a Teak frame with no scratching, fadi...
Silk, Upholstery, Foam, Teak
Mid-Century Danish Modern Poul Jensen Selig Walnut "Z" Arm Chairs - Set of 2
By Poul Jensen, Selig
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a pair of Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut “Z” Chairs. This stunning pair of vintage Danish Modern “Z” armchairs by Poul Jensen for Selig captures the essence of ...
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Yellow Leather Lawrence Peabody for Selig Danish Modern Danish Lounge Chairs
By Selig, Lawrence Peabody, Folke Ohlsson, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Imagine a pair of iconic Mid-Century Modern masterpieces, whose elegant silhouettes speak to a golden era of Danish design: these are the Number 596 lounge chairs, conceived by the v...
Leather, Upholstery, Beech
Mid Century Danish Modern Spindle Back Lounge Chair by IB Kofod Larsen in Walnut
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Restored classic hoop chair designed by IB Kofod Larsen and produced by Selig in the 1960's. It features solid walnut construction with newly made seat cushions. Manufacture label. R...
Fabric, Walnut
Dan Johnson “Viscount” Cognac Leather and Brass Accent Armchair for Selig
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid Century Modern “Viscount” armchair designed by Dan Johnson for Selig in Denmark circa 1950’s. This elegant design features a newly refinished wa...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Selig Pencil-Leg Lounge Chair
By Selig
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Selig pencil leg lounge chair Offered is a Mid-Century Modern lounge chair attributed to Selig. This piece is unrestored needs new cushi...
Walnut, Fabric
Exuberant Green Print Fabric Swivel Lounge Chair by Selling of Monroe Ca 1970's
By Selig, Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional 1970's swivel, lounge chair by Selig of Monroe. The chair is in it's original bright and colorful upholstery, which is in very good clean c...
Upholstery, Wood
Danish Modern Walnut Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These exceptional Danish modern lounge chairs represent a masterful collaboration between renowned architect and furniture designer Ib Kofod-Larsen and Selig, dating to the 1960s. Ea...
Fabric, Walnut
Danish Modern Leather Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning Danish modern leather lounge chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig in Denmark, circa 1950s. The sculptural frames on these chairs are made of solid walnut stain. The well-craf...
Leather, Walnut
1950s Black Lacquer Viscount Armchair by Dan Johnson for Selig
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in San Francisco, CA
An iconic Viscount armchair, designed by Dan Johnson for Selig. The frame has been carefully restored and finished in an elegant black lacquer. The brass armrests feature a rich, nat...
Brass
Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Dowels Design Lounge Chair by Selig
By Dux of Sweden, Selig
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern teak dowels Design lounge chair by Selig.
Upholstery, Teak
$2,400 / set
Scandinavian Modern Armchairs for Selig
By Selig
Located in San Francisco, CA
Scandinavian Modern design fruitwood armchairs that have been lacquered black and newly upholstered in Anni Albers design Maharam upholstery.
Fruitwood, Upholstery
Mid Century Modern Armchair by IB Kofod-Larsen for Selig, c1960s
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Step into the elegance of the 1960s with this exquisite vintage mid-century modern armchair designed by the renowned Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig. This iconic piece, previously restored...
Beech
Danish Modern Lattice Back Partner Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These exquisite Scandinavian Modern lounge chairs were designed by Danish architect and furniture designer Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig in the 1960s. The lounge chairs feature architect...
Walnut, Bouclé
$5,995 / set
H 30.5 in W 29 in D 32 in
Danish Modern Walnut Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These exceptional Danish modern lounge chairs represent a masterful collaboration between renowned architect and furniture designer Ib Kofod-Larsen and Selig, dating to the 1960s. Ea...
Fabric, Walnut
Vintage Sculptural Rocking Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig Denmark
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring home an iconic chair from one of the biggest names in Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern design with this breathtaking sculptural rocking chair made by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig o...
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood, Beech
$3,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 26.25 in W 22 in D 20 in
Pair of deep red leather 'Viscount' chairs by Dan Johnson for Selig
By Dan Johnson
Located in Kleinburg, ON
This stunning armchair is a rare example of Dan Johnson’s Viscount design for Selig, featuring a sleek brass frame and a rich cognac leather upholstery. The chair has a distinctive m...
Brass
Safari Armchair in Natural Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Safari lounge chair, leather, stained beech, metal, Europe, 1970s Stunning safari lounge chair covered in original upholstery made of natural cognac brown leather. The chair shows v...
Metal
$5,750 / item
H 29.5 in W 28.75 in D 30.5 in
Lawrence Peabody Wicker Lounge Chair for Craft Associates Furniture
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Lawrence Peabody Manufacturer: Craft Associates® Furniture Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern Specs: Walnut, leather Lawrence Peabody wicker lounge chair...
Teak
Danish Modern Z Chair in the Manner of Poul Jensen
By Poul Jensen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish Modern walnut "Z" lounge chair, in the manner of Poul Jensen, Denmark, circa 1960s. This chair has been completely restored. The wood has been refinished and the cushions have...
Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Danish Modern Teak Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing Danish modern teak lounge chairs designed by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig in Denmark, circa 1960s. These chairs are truly stunning! The solid handcrafted teak frame is expertly ...
Brass
$113,256 / set
H 27.96 in W 30.71 in D 28.75 in
Scandinavian Modern "Elizabeth" Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen, Denmark, 1963
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Christensen & Larsen
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Pair of beautiful “Elizabth” lounge chairs and footstool by Ib Kofod Larsen, made with rosewood frames and beautiful, smooth cognac colored leather. Iconic design with great silhouet...
Leather, Wood
$15,483
H 40.95 in W 35.83 in D 29.93 in
Mid Century Large Wing Back Lounge Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen, Denmark 1950's
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning wing back lounge chair designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen and produced by Carlo Ghan Denmark, 1954. The frame is made of rosewood and has beautiful details. The chair is jus...
Alpaca, Rosewood
$3,800
H 29 in W 53 in D 36 in
Architectural Wave Chaise Lounge Chair by Lawrence Peabody for Selig, c. 1960s
By Lawrence Peabody, Selig
Located in Deland, FL
A contoured build sure to be the statement piece in your living space. Found in the original upholstery and set on maple tapered legs. Buy in it's original state or if the fabric isn...
Fabric
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Open Arm Walnut Lounge Chairs
Located in Wilmington, DE
Pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut open arm lounge chairs Offered is a beautifully pair of original lounge chairs by Cintique. They are all original and feature the original green ...
Walnut
Dan Johnson, Lounge Chair, Cowhide, Iron, Wood, USA, 1950s
By Dan Johnson
Located in High Point, NC
A green-dyed cowhide, black-lacquered iron and wood lounge chair designed by Dan Johnson and produced by Selig, USA, c. 1950s. Wear to wood arms and metal frame consistent with age ...
Iron
Dan Johnson "Viscount" Armchair for Selig
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Armchair by Dan Johnson for Selig, c.1950s, USA. The seat cushions have been reupholstered with a cream colored Loro Piana cotton fabric. The armrests feature a sleek brass rod that wraps around the back of each seat cushion. The frame is a stained birch featuring an "x" seat base and tapered dowel legs. Two available. Priced individually. Dimensions 22.25" width x 20.5" depth x 28" height; 17.75" seat height, 26.5" arm height. Condition Good restored condition, professionally refinished with new Loro Piana upholstery.
Brass
Sold
H 29 in W 22 in D 24 in
Scandinavian Modern Upholstered Penguin Chair By Ib Kofod-Larsen For Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Scandinavian modern Penguin chair is a true gem of mid-century Danish design, crafted by the renowned designer Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig. This iconic chair features a two-tone be...
Chenille, Beech
Sold
H 32.5 in W 34 in D 29 in
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Modern Walnut Hoop Peacock Chair MCM
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Dayton, OH
Kofod Larsen for Selig Danish Modern Walnut 'Hoop' Lounge Chair. An iconic design showcasing seamless form with spindle back, elevated rear support, and seat cushion. Dimensions: 34...
Fabric, Walnut
Sold
H 37.5 in W 32.5 in D 32.35 in
Mid-Century Modern Selig Imperial Swivel Pod Egg Chair Recliner and Ottoman
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig, Overman
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Swanky vintage 1970s pod chair recliner and ottoman manufactured by Selig Imperial in Sweden during the 1970s. Classic, timeless, sleek modern style that will look just as cool 40 y...
Metal
Sold
H 27.96 in W 29.93 in D 38.98 in
Renato Zevi "Ellipse" Lounge Chair in Chrome and Velvet, Selig, Italy 1970s
By Selig, Renato Zevi
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful Mid-Century "Ellipse" lounge chair in chromed stainless steel and a beautiful white tiger pattern velvet. This iconic armchair was designed by Renato Zevi and produced by S...
Cut Steel, Chrome, Stainless Steel
Dan Johnson"Viscount" Chair
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in Highland, IN
Often incorrectly attributed to Danish designer Ib Kofod-Larsen, these elegant chairs are an early design by American architect Dan Johnson. They were produced and distributed by Sel...
Brass
Sold
H 27 in W 29.75 in D 28 in
1960's Finn Andersen for Selig Sculpted Walnut Barrel Back Club Chairs
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Finn Andersen, Selig
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This stunning, plush fabric looks like strata along a rock cliff. The alternating geological colors in the veining are the perfect harmony of abstract modernism and natural beauty. ...
Beech, Upholstery
Sold
H 29 in W 30 in D 30.5 in
Pair of Danish Modern Lounge Chairs in Bouclé and Walnut by Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern stained walnut lounge chairs designed by Kofod Larsen for Selig (ca. 1960s. Denmark). Composed of deeply-carved slat-back frame...
Bouclé, Walnut
Danish Modern Walnut "Z" Lounge Chairs by Poul Jensen
By Poul Jensen, Selig
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing pair of Danish modern lounge chairs designed by Poul Jensen for Selig in Denmark, circa 1960s. Known as the “Z” chair for its exclusive armrests that connect to the legs and ...
Fabric, Walnut
Danish Modern Leather Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful Danish modern leather lounge chairs designed by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig in Denmark, circa 1950s. The sculptural frames on these chairs are made of solid walnut stain. The...
Leather, Walnut
Sold
H 29 in W 30.25 in D 32.5 in
Danish Modern Teak and Black Leather Lounge Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern lounge armchair in teak designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig, Denmark, circa 1960's. This vintage piece has been reupholstered in black leather with brand new foa...
Leather, Teak
Danish Modern Walnut Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Exceptional Danish modern walnut lounge chairs designed by the iconic Danish designer Ib Kofod-Larsen for Seling in Denmark, circa 1960s. Each chair features a solid walnut frame wit...
Velvet, Walnut