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.
Pair of Chrome Strap Barrel Lounge Chairs by Finn Andersen for Selig
By Finn Anderson, Selig
Located in New York, NY
Very stylish pair of lounge chairs with exposed chrome strap frames and tweed upholstered seats and backs. Extremely well constructed, in very good original condition, upholstery sho...
Ib Kofod-Larsen Palomino Sheepskin & Walnut Reclining Lounge Chair & Ottoman
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Beautiful reclining lounge chair and ottoman designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig freshly upholstered in hand sewn rich Oatmeal / Ivory Shearling. An early Mid Century Scandinavian ...
Sheepskin, Walnut
Pair Kofod Larsen Selig Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs New Upholstery
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Kofod Larsen Selig Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs NEW Basket Weave Upholstery MINT!
Upholstery, Teak
Vintage Selig Mid Century Italian Modern Chrome Reclining Recliner Lounge Chair
By Selig
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Selig Mid Century Italian Modern Chrome Reclining Recliner Lounge Chair. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 34" H x 28" W x 36" D x 15" Seat Height x 18" Arm Height x 46" ...
Chrome
Selig Milo Baughman Mid Century Modern Chrome Recliner Reclining Lounge Chair
By Selig
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid Century Modern Chrome Selig Recliner Reclining Lounge Chair, Milo Baughman Style. Item features a sleek chrome reclining frame, upholstered arm rest...
Chrome
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid-Century Walnut Peacock Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kofod Larsen for Selig mid-century walnut peacock chair. This chair measures: 33.5 wide x 28 deep x 32 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 16 inches All pieces o...
Upholstery, Walnut
$1,196Sale Price|40% Off
Mid Century Danish Modern IB Kofod Larsen Selig Penguin Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Wilmington, DE
What a find. Offered is an original 'Penguin' chair designed by IB Kofod Larsen for Selig. This piece was designed in 1953 and had a limited production through the 1960s. It has been...
Metal
Pair Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig "Penguin" Chairs with Black Leather Seats, 1960's
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Danish Modern Kofod-Larsen for Selig Black Leather Penguin Chairs. Featuring a sturdy black wrought Iron framework, ergonomic, slightly slante...
Wrought Iron
$4,480Sale Price / set|20% Off
Mid-Century Kofod Larsen Penguin Chairs - a Pair
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century pair of ‘Penguin’ accent chairs. Designed by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig, Denmark. These iconic chairs were designed in the 1950s with a limited production in the 1960s. Th...
Metal
Teak Kofod Larsen Side Chair
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
This is a rare example of a teak side chair with a bent wood back designed by Kofod Larsen and made and distributed by Selig. This is a stunning chair from the 1950s that is the epit...
Teak, Bentwood
$7,250 / set
Chrome Chairs by Renato Zevi, a pair
By Renato Zevi, Selig
Located in Chicago, IL
fully restored in Holly Hunt teddy boucle - excellent condition
Bouclé
Pair of Midcentury Danish Modern IB Kofod Larsen Selig Penguin Chairs
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Wilmington, DE
What a find. Offered is a set of 2 original 'Penguin' chairs designed by IB Kofod Larsen for Selig. These chairs were designed in 1953 and had a limited production through the 1960s....
Metal
Selig Imperial Barrel Chair
By Selig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Round club chair by Selig for their "Imperial" line. Great mid-century modern form with wood base. Please confirm location.
Fabric
$3,895 / set
H 39 in W 29 in D 33 in
Mid-Century Modern Reclining Lounge Chair with Ottoman by Milo Baughman
By James Inc., Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Upholstery, Foam, Walnut
$2,895
H 30 in W 28.5 in D 31 in
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Reclining Lounge Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and preci...
Fabric, Wood, Oak, Walnut
Sold|$5,195
H 27 in W 30 in D 32 in
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Danish Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 30 wide x 32 deep x 27 high, with a seat height of 11.5 and arm height/chair clearance of ...
Walnut
Pair of Vintage Barcelona Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Selig
By Selig, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of Selig lounge chairs feature chrome and tufted vinyl lounge chairs feature comfortable proportions and stylish modern design. Paired with matching ottoman, uniquely shape...
Chrome
1960s Solid Walnut Lounge Chair Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Charleston, SC
Beautiful solid walnut and teak lounge chair Attributed to Ib Kofod-Larsen imported by Selig. features stunning sculpted arms, a slatted back, new yellow velvet upholstery and new w...
Velvet, Teak
Ib Kofod-Larsen Cane-Back Lounge Chair Pair
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Highland, IN
These two beautiful lounge chairs designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig have beautiful lines, cane backs, and new seat cushions upholstered in "Rivington" by Knoll.
Cane, Wood
Ib Kofod-Larsen Reclining Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Highland, IN
This reclining lounge chair and ottoman by Ib Kofod-Larsen combines sexy lines, incredible comfort, and great function. The chair features five positions of recline accommodating eve...
Birch, Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs attributed to Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage-modern dining chairs designed by Milo Baughman, features tufted white vinyl upholstery and sculpted chrome frame and legs. Please confirm item location NY or NJ with dealer.
Chrome
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Walnut Chaise Lounge Chair
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Walnut Chaise Lounge Chair This chair measures: 24 wide x 61 deep x 29 high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 14 inches Good Vintage Conditi...
Upholstery, Walnut
Funky Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique vintage modern lounge chair features angled sides and splayed lets. Sleek design with a thick padded seat upholstered in plush beige fabric. This stylish and comfortable ...
Upholstery, Walnut
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...
Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful pair of vintage modern armchairs feature cream-colored fabric with decorative armrests. The plush upholstery, tufted backrest, and splayed legs add to the midcentury a...
Upholstery
Vintage Ib Kofod Larson For Selig Modern Danish Walnut Lounge Chair
By Selig
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
This mid-century lounge chair by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig exemplifies classic Danish modern design. Crafted from rich walnut, the frame features elegantly sculpted arms, a slatted b...
Walnut
Kofod Larsen Penguin Lounge Chairs
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Pair of iconic Penguin Lounge chairs designed by Kofod Larsen and distributed by Selig in the early 1950s. The distinctive bent plwood back with teak veneer earned this chair the Pen...
Iron
Mid-Century “Blade” Lounges by IB Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century pair of lounge chairs designed by IB Kofod Larsen for Selig, Denmark. These lounges are appropriately named the “Blade” lounge due to its sculpted features made from Euro...
Fabric, Upholstery, Foam, Wood, Beech
California Modern Lounge Chair by Dan Johnson for Selig
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lounge chair designed by California-based designer Dan Johnson and produced in the mid-1950s by Selig. The lightweight wire frame has a square seat- and back cushion and angled legs....
Metal
Pair Ib Kofod Larsen Lounge Chairs for Selig, Midcentury Danish Modern
By Lawrence Peabody, Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Decatur, GA
Pair of fully restored lounge chairs designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen, produced and imported by Selig, circa 1960s. Open frame design with flared armrests. Gorgeous silhouette. Fully re...
Chenille, Beech
Sold
H 39 in W 28.5 in D 37 in
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen Sheepskin & Walnut Reclining Lounge Chairs & Ottomans
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Saint Louis, MO
One of a kind pair of beautiful reclining lounge chairs and ottomans designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig freshly upholstered in hand sewn rich Oatmeal / Ivory Shearling. An early M...
Sheepskin, Walnut
Vintage Danish Modern Z Chair by Selig
By Selig, Poul Jensen
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
One of the most dynamic and popular Danish modern designs is this 'Z' chair by Poul Jensen and distributed by Selig in the late 1950s. Crafted from solid Beech wood with sculpted arm...
Beech
Sold
H 32.5 in W 27 in D 24 in
Iconic Mid Century Fiberglass Wingback Chair by Peabody for Selig, circa 1950s
By Selig, Lawrence Peabody
Located in New York, NY
Iconic fiberglass and wrought iron modernist reinterpretation of the classic wing chair form, designed by Lawerence Peabody, manufactured by Selig, ...
Wrought Iron
Hans Olsen Cane Back Lounge Chairs
By Selig, Hans Olsen
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
This is a superb pair of sled base lounge chairs with woven cane backs on teak frames. Designed by Hans Olsen and imported by Selig in the late 1950s, this is a fantastic example of Danish Modernism, combining craftsmanship, materials and style. Both frames are in excellent condition and cane backs have been newly rewoven according to the original pattern for increased structural integrity and maximum comfort. Cushions are usable as is, though buyers also have the option to add new seat cushions or even back cushions. This is a wonderful choice for mid-century modern design aficionados that want to show off craftsmanship as well as design -- the intricate woven cane backs are unparalleled. Sold and priced as a pair of to (2) Hans Olsen Cane...
Cane, Teak
Sold
H 29 in W 30 in D 48 in
Mid Century Chaise Lounge in White Boucle by Lawrence Peabody for Selig C 1950's
By Selig, Lawrence Peabody
Located in New York, NY
Chic, voguish mid century chaise designed by Lawrence Peabody, for Selig. The chaise is newly reupholstered in white boucle fabric, with painted black wood legs, making this piece e...
Upholstery
Sold
H 26 in W 31 in D 26 in
Scandinavian Modern Nanna & Jorgen Ditzel ND83 Lounge Chair by Selig in Bouclé
By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, Selig, Nanna Ditzel
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
This is a magical Scandinavian Design ND83 lounge chair designed by Nanna and Jorgen Ditzel in 1952. This example was produced by Knud Willadsen and imported from Denmark by Selig. T...
Wood, Oak, Bouclé, Lacquer
Maralunga Style Armchair in Soft Cotton Velvet
By Selig
Located in Asheville, NC
Vintage Maralunga style lounge chair by Selig, Circa 1970s in soft pink’ish’ cotton velvet. Fabric is in good vintage condition, with even mild sun discoloration. Video available ...
Cotton, Velvet