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.
Poul Thorsbjerg Jensen triangle nesting tables 1950s
By Selig, Poul Thorsbjerg Jensen
Located in Den Haag, NL
Fantastic Danish nesting table set. Mark the refined styling details such as curving lines of the trays and the thin drumstick legs. This table set evokes a warm atmosphere to any...
Teak
$3,101 / set
H 17.09 in W 25.2 in D 14.57 in
Three Italian Midcentury Nesting Tables by Ico Parisi, 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Paris, FR
An exquisite set of three vintage nesting side or coffee tables, crafted by the renowned Italian furniture designer Ico Parisi in the 1950s. They are a testament to Parisi's visionar...
Glass, Wood
$2,695
H 16.93 in W 15.75 in D 27.56 in
Aldo Tura Goatskin Nesting Tables in Ivory Crème, Italy, 1950s
By Aldo Tura
Located in Den Haag, NL
Aldo Tura goatskin nesting tables in Ivory crème, Italy, 1950s.
Brass
Giuseppe De Vivo Nesting Tables, Italy, 1950s
By Giuseppe De Vivo 1
Located in Milan, IT
Giuseppe De Vivo nesting tables in perforated metal, Italy, 1950s.
Metal
Neoclassical Nesting Tables, France, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Set of tables in style of Jean Royere in the 1950s. The metal structure is hand gilt finished and has a gorgeous patina. The table tops are glass with a silver finish. All in good ...
Metal
Guillerme & Chambron Stained Oak Nesting Tables, 1950s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in New York, NY
Rare and refined, this set of three nesting tables by Guillerme & Chambron for Votre Maison, France, 1950s, showcases the duo’s visual vocabulary, defined by angular legs, visibl...
Ceramic, Oak
$602Sale Price|30% Off
H 19 in W 21 in D 14.5 in
Danish Modern Nesting Tables by Poul Hundevad, Walnut, 1960s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1960s Set of three Danish Modern nesting Tables - possibly by Poul Hundevad but we're not certain. We are certain that these are beautiful walnut tables with gorgeous grain and str...
Teak
Severin Hansen Nesting Tables, 1950s
By Severin Hansen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Severin Hansen nesting tables, Denmark, 1950s. Excellent condition, restored.
Rosewood
Ico Parisi Nesting Tables, Italy, circa 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare set of three nesting tables with handle cutout and tapering legs. Designed by Ico Parisi and retailed by Singer & Sons. Made of Italian walnut, circa early 1950s.
Walnut
$1,030 / set
H 17.72 in W 22.05 in D 15.36 in
Set of 3 Poul Hundevad Danish Rosewood Nesting Tables, 1960s
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Elegant Danish design set of three nesting tables designed by Poul Hundevad in the 1960s. Beautifully crafted in rosewood, the set offers versatile functionality and can be used as s...
Rosewood
$2,850 / set
H 21.75 in W 23.75 in D 16.25 in
Danish Modern Teak Nesting Table by Carlo Jensen for Poul Hundevad
By Poul Hundevad, Carlo Jensen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Danish modern teak nesting table designed by Carlo Jensen for Poul Hundevad in Denmark, circa 1960s. Ingeniously designed to function as both a compact serving cart and a com...
Metal
$2,100 / set
H 23 in W 22.75 in D 14.5 in
Giltwood 1950s Set of 3 Florentine Nesting or Stacking Tables
Located in Sheffield, MA
Set of three Florentine-style stacking tables featuring cabriole legs with intricate hand painted details on the tabletops and scalloped edges. The tables have been lovingly restored...
Wood
Nesting Tables by Mathieu Matégot France 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in HYÈRES, FR
Two nesting tables by Mathieu Matégot France 1950s. Original black painting, brass painted and incised glass top. In original good condition.
Metal
Sold
H 19 in W 19 in D 13 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern Selig Poul Jensen Walnut Nesting Tables - Set of 2
By Poul Jensen, Selig
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This rare set of two Mid-Century Danish Modern nesting tables by Selig, designed by Poul Jensen, embodies the refined simplicity and craftsmanship that define Scandinavian modernism....
Wood, Walnut
Scandinavian Modern Triangular Teak Nesting Tables By Selig
By Selig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This set of three Scandinavian Modern teak nesting tables were manufactured by Selig circa the 1960s. The tables feature a triangular shape with rounded edges and wonderful subtle de...
Teak