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Selig Armchairs

American

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.

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Creator: Selig
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...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Selig Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

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...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Selig Armchairs

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Brass

Black & Brass Viscount Chair by Dan Johnson
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...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Selig Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Yellow Leather Lawrence Peabody for Selig Danish Modern Danish Lounge Chairs
By Lawrence Peabody, Folke Ohlsson, Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This listing is for two chairs. The ottoman and vase pictured are NOT INCLUDED. Pair of Mid-Century Modern Number 596 lounge chairs designed by Lawrence Peabody for Selig. Professio...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Selig Armchairs

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Leather, Upholstery, Beech

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...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Selig Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Danish Modern Leather Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
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...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Selig Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

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...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Selig Armchairs

Materials

Brass

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.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Selig Armchairs

Materials

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...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Selig Armchairs

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Walnut, Fabric

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...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Selig Armchairs

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Beech

1960's Finn Andersen for Selig Sculpted Walnut Barrel Back Club Chairs
By Finn Andersen, Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
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. ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Selig Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Upholstery

Danish Modern Walnut Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful Danish modern walnut lounge chairs by architect and furniture designer Ib Kofod for Selig in Denmark, circa 1960s. These chairs have an architectural design that focuses on...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Selig Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

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...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Selig Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

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.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Selig Armchairs

Materials

Fruitwood, Upholstery

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...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Selig Armchairs

Materials

Chenille, Beech

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Selig armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Selig armchairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Selig armchairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original armchairs by Selig were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider armchairs by Carl Hansen & Søn, Niels Eilersen, and GETAMA. Prices for Selig armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $795 and can go as high as $14,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,895.
Questions About Selig Armchairs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Selig Furniture was founded in Massachusetts in 1931. It grew to become a well-known brand and leader in contemporary furniture in the mid-20th century. This put Selig at the forefront of the mid-century modern movement. Its sleek high-end designs produced in Denmark and other Scandinavian countries introduced this style to the United States, where it became quite popular. Shop a collection of Selig furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Selig chair is a chair imported by or produced by Selig, an American furniture company. 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. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Selig chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    No, Selig is not still in business. In 1970, Simmons purchased the American manufacturing company and dissolved it. The Selig furniture company helped popularize timeless and elegant postwar designs in the U.S. by creating Danish-inspired chairs, sofas and other furnishings for the home that were cutting-edge, contemporary and airy. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Selig furniture.

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