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 Dan Johnson, Selig
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
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 Lattice Back Partner Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
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
Dan Johnson “Viscount” Cognac Leather and Brass Accent Armchair for Selig
By Selig, Dan Johnson
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
Yellow Leather Lawrence Peabody for Selig Danish Modern Danish Lounge Chairs
By Lawrence Peabody, Selig, 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
Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Dowels Design Lounge Chair by Selig
By Selig, Dux of Sweden
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern teak dowels Design lounge chair by Selig.
Upholstery, Teak
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
Ib Kofod Larsen Model 70-15 Occasional Chair for Selig, c. 1960s
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
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 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
Set of Fully Restored Mid-Century Scandavian Lounge Chairs by Selig, 1950's
By Selig, Lawrence Peabody, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Alhambra, CA
Originally constructed in Denmark in the 1950's, this set has been fully refurbished by our workshop in Alhambra, CA. Produced by Selig Furniture and designed by Kofod Larsen and Law...
Velvet, Walnut
Mid Century Danish Modern Spindle Back Lounge Chair by IB Kofod Larsen in Walnut
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
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
$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
$3,195 / set
H 32 in W 27 in D 25 in
Pair Saarinen Knoll Executive Chairs Black Leather Tilt Swivel Height Adjustable
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of contemporary (less than 10years old) Eero Saarinen Executive armchairs, with rolling swivel bases, Tilt and height adjustment seats, in black Volo leather upholstery. Feat...
Metal
$5,935 / set
H 32.68 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in
Soft Pad Chairs by Charles & Ray Eames for ring Mobelfabrikk Norway, 1970s
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in bruxelles, BE
Set of 2 Black leather armchairs with aluminium base and wheels. Turns on itself. Dimensions: Seat height 51cm. Stamped Ring Mobelfabrikk Norway. Wear due to time and age. FOR SHIPPI...
Aluminum
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
$6,400Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 33 in W 25 in D 24 in
Set of Four Eames for Herman Miller Swivel Shell Chairs
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dazzling mid-century set of four padded swivel chairs by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. The fiberglass shells are upholstered in a rare g...
Steel
$14,500 / set
H 26.78 in W 39.38 in D 34.65 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Bonanza” Armchairs for C&B, Cognac Leather, 1969, Set of 2
By C&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Bonanza” armchairs for C&B, cognac leather, 1969, set of 2 The "Bonanza" armchairs, designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for C&B in 1969, embody modern comfort and m...
Leather
$1,800 / set
pair of chairs by J. RISOM
By Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
located in france
Birch
Expertly Restored - Ib Kofod-Larsen Walnut Lounge Chair for Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning lounge chair designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig in Denmark circa 1960’s. This distinctive Danish modern design features a solid walnut wood frame with four large slats ac...
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
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
$25,000 / set
H 32 in W 18 in D 18 in
Mid-Century "Gazelle" Armchairs by Dan Johnson, in Aluminum and Cane
By Dan Johnson
Located in New York, NY
A rare pair of Gazelle Armchairs, created by American designer Dan Johnson (1918-1979). According to New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art: "Dan Johnson was a mid-twentieth centu...
Aluminum
$15,314
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
1970s Selig of Monroe Swivel and Tilt Chairs- A Pair
By Harvey Probber, Selig, Milo Baughman
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Great scale and nice presence. Very comfortable with larger width and depth. Reminiscent of works by Milo Baughman and Harvey Probber.
Upholstery, Walnut
Sold
H 27.5 in W 26 in D 34 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern Poul Jensen Selig Walnut "Z" Arm Chairs - Set of 2
By Selig, Poul Jensen
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
Dan Johnson "Viscount" Armchair for Selig
By Selig, Dan Johnson
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 Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
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 Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
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
1950s Black Lacquer Viscount Armchair by Dan Johnson for Selig
By Selig, Dan Johnson
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
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 Selig, Dan Johnson
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 Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen, Finn Andersen
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 28.75 in W 31 in D 29 in L 28.75 in
Danish Modern Leather and Walnut Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Designed by the legendary Ib Kofod-Larsen and produced by Selig in the 1950s, this exceptional pair of Danish Modern lounge chairs perfectly captures the sculptural elegance and craf...
Leather, Walnut
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 Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
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