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.
Kofod Larsen for Selig Mid Century Walnut Chaise Lounge Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
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
Vintage Large Chrome Daybed Chaise Sofa Bench by Selig
By Selig, Paul Tuttle
Located in Chicago, IL
Ultra modern Chaise lounge / daybed / bench by Selig in the manner of Paul Tuttle. Style of Milo Baughman Best to consider reupholstery as there appears to be quite a few areas tha...
Chrome
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
$15,326
H 38.59 in W 64.57 in D 27.56 in
Kerstin Horlin-Holmquist Garden of Eden / Lustgarden Chaise Longue Daybed, 1950s
By Kerstin Horlin Holmquist, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist Garden of Eden (Lustgarden) chaise longue or daybed. Produced by Nordiska Kompaniets, Sweden, 1958. Newly reupholstered in green velvet.
Fabric, Beech
Danish Modern Teak Lounge Chairs by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
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
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
$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
Upholstered Daybed Chaise Longues
Located in Sheffield, MA
Graceful and inviting, the recamier chaise with arched back and rolled arm. The fainting couch is upholstered but it does show some ware. Although made in the Victorian period, it ...
Upholstery
$8,900
H 39.75 in W 89.5 in D 29 in
French Early 19th Century Directoire Period Chaise Longue or Daybed
Located in Round Top, TX
A very handsome early 19th century French Directoire period chaise longue or daybed in walnut. The walnut has a wonderful patina and striking grai...
Walnut
Expertly Restored - Ib Kofod-Larsen Walnut Lounge Chair for Selig
By Selig, Ib Kofod-Larsen
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
$8,900 / set
H 30 in W 30 in D 31 in
Pair Of Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs By Ib Kofod-Larsen For Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of Scandinavian Modern teak lounge chairs were designed in the early 1960s by Ib Kofod-Larsen for the furniture manufacturer Selig famous for importing Danish Modern design...
Fabric, Teak
$3,900
H 27 in W 52.5 in D 29 in
Mid Century Modern Danish Walnut Sofa, Love Seat or Settee by Kofod Larsen Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A beautifully designed and crafted sofa by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig circa 1960's. It features a solid walnut frame and original upholstery. Manufacturers stamp is present. Fabric is...
Fabric, Wood
Mid Century Kofod Larsen Lounge Chair
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Pasadena, TX
Lounge chair by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig in Denmark, circa 1950s. Sculptural frame with walnut stain. The well-crafted armrests and barrel shape design shows beautiful details and e...
Walnut
$3,500
H 39 in W 28.5 in D 31.5 in
Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Reclining Lounge Chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen for S.
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions 39in H x 28.50in W x 31.50in -47.50in D Seat Height 16.50in ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringin...
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Beech, Walnut
Danish Modern Chaise Lounge by IB Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Introducing the 1950s midcentury Danish modern chaise lounge chair, designed by the legendary IB Kofod Larsen for Selig. This unique piece boasts ...
Walnut
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 Lawrence Peabody, Selig
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
Selig 1970s Chrome Reclining Lounge Chair with Ottoman
By Selig
Located in Hanover, MA
Stylish chrome frame reclining armchair and ottoman imported from Italy by Selig Manufacturing Co. Inc., mid-1970s. Upholstered cushions in saddle stitched button-tufted near white ...
Chrome
Classic Modernist Leather Eames Style Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Selig
By Selig, Charles Eames
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic modernist leather Eames style lounge chair and ottoman by Selig, nice original condition, minor scratch to back side (see photo), ex...
Chrome
Danish Modern Chaise Longue by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Selig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish modern, chaise longue by Ib Kofod Larsen for Selig features an adjustable, walnut frame with 3 back height settings.
Brass
Adjustable Danish Mid-Century Modern Chaise Lounge by Selig
By Selig, Hans Peter Kofoed
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern light grey upholstery adjustable chaise lounge by Selig.
Upholstery, Hardwood
Rare Danish Lounge Chair by Poul Jensen for Selig
By Poul Jensen, Selig
Located in Wilton, CT
Rarely seen lounge chair designed by Poul Jensen for Selig. Phenomenally executed ergonomic design accommodates every body type. This piece has been newly upholstered using high grad...
Leather, Wood