Selig Chairs
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
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...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Selig Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Ib Kofod-Larsen for Selig "Penguin" Chairs, 1960s
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Danish Modern Kofod-Larsen for Selig Black Leather Penguin Chairs. Featuring a sturdy black wrought Iron framework with capped feet, slightly ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Selig Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Iconic Mid Century Fiberglass Wingback Chair by Peabody for Selig, circa 1950s
By Lawrence Peabody, Selig
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, ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Selig Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair Kofod Larsen Selig Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs New Upholstery
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Kofod Larsen Selig Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs NEW Basket Weave Upholstery MINT!
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Selig Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Poul Jensen for Selig Mid-Century Walnut Z Lounge Chair
By Selig, Poul Jensen
Located in Countryside, IL
Poul Jensen for Selig mid-century walnut z lounge chair.
This chair measures: 30 wide x 33 deep x 29 high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height/chair clearance 22.25 inches.
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Selig Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
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 ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Selig Chairs
Materials
Sheepskin, Walnut
Pair of Dan Johnson for Selig Black Lacquered High-Back Lounge Chairs, 1950s
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in San Francisco, CA
rare pair of 1950s black lacquered high-back upholstered lounge chairs by Dan Johnson for Selig.
Features elegantly tapered opposing curvilinear lines with a distinctive yet timel...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Selig Chairs
Materials
Brass
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...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Selig Chairs
Materials
Wood, Oak, Bouclé, Lacquer
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid-Century Walnut Peacock Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Countryside, 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...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Selig Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
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...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Selig Chairs
Materials
Teak, Bentwood
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.
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Selig Chairs
Materials
Fabric
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...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Selig Chairs
Materials
Metal
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....
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Selig Chairs
Materials
Metal
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...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Selig Chairs
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Danish Modern Walnut "Z" Lounge Chairs by Poul Jensen for Selig
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Rare Mid-Century Selig Armchair and Ottoman
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Danish Modern "Z" Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Poul Jensen
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H 38 in W 27.75 in D 33 in
Kofod-Larsen Penguin Chair
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Mid-Century “Blade” Lounges by IB Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Raleigh, NC
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California Modern Lounge Chair by Dan Johnson for Selig
By Dan Johnson, Selig
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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H 39 in W 28.5 in D 37 in
Vintage Danish Modern Z Chair by Selig
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Hans Olsen Cane Back Lounge Chairs
By Hans Olsen, Selig
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...
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Mid Century Chaise Lounge in White Boucle by Lawrence Peabody for Selig C 1950's
By Lawrence Peabody, Selig
Located in New York, NY
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H 29 in W 30 in D 48 in
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Located in Chicago, IL
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Maralunga Style Armchair in Soft Cotton Velvet
By Selig
Located in Asheville, NC
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Selig chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Selig chairs 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 chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original chairs by Selig were created in the mid-century modern style in scandinavia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider chairs by Illum Wikkelsø, France & Søn, and Peter Hvidt. Prices for Selig chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,200 and can go as high as $28,400, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,445.
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Questions About Selig Chairs
- What is a Selig chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A 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.
- What is Selig furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Selig 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023No, 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.