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Milo Baughman Cabinets

American, 1923-2003

Milo Baughman was one of the most agile and adept modern American furniture designers of the late 20th century. A prolific lecturer and writer on the benefits of good design — he taught for years at Brigham Young University — Baughman (whose often-scrambled surname is pronounced BAWF-man) focused almost exclusively on residential furnishings, such as chairs, sofas and benches. He had a particular talent for lounge chairs, perhaps the most sociable piece of furniture.

Like his fellow adoptive Californians Charles and Ray Eames, Baughman’s furniture has a relaxed and breezy air. He was famously opposed to ostentatious and idiosyncratic designs that were made to excite attention. While many of his chair designs are enlivened by such effects as tufted upholstery, Baughman tended to let his materials carry the aesthetic weight, most often relying on seating and table frames made of sturdy and sleek flat-bar chromed metal, and chairs, tables and cabinets finished with highly-figured wood veneers.

Like his colleagues Karl Springer and the multifarious Pierre Cardin, Baughman’s designs are emblematic of the 1970s: sleek, sure and scintillating.

As you will see from the furniture presented on 1stDibs, Milo Baughman’s designs for the likes of Drexel Furniture, Glenn of California and — for five decades — Thayer Coggin are ably employed as either the heart of a décor or its focal point.

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Creator: Milo Baughman
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin "Less is More II" Modular Cabinets (7)
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Hanover, MA
"The Less Is More Il modular casegood system, designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, Inc. 1981. Stack them on top of each other or place them end to end. There's no limit to th...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Milo Baughman Cabinets

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Wood

Milo Baughman Thayer Cogging Yew Wood Cantilever Console Chine Display Cabinet
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Milo Baughman Thayer Cogging Yew Wood Cantilever Console Chine Display Cabinet MINT
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Cabinets

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Glass, Yew

Vintage Milo Baughman Birdseye Maple Media Cabinet Dry Bar by Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Chattanooga, TN
These lacquered, iridescent, solid birdseye maple wood cabinet is sure to make this piece the focal point of any room. One adjustable / removable solid maple shelf allows enough cle...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Milo Baughman Cabinets

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Metal

Vintage Modern Rosewood & Brass Plate Wardrobe Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Topeka, KS
Phenomenal vintage modern rosewood & brass plate wardrobe or chifforobe by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Comprised of gorgeous rosewood veneer and brass plated steel bands. Beauti...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Milo Baughman Cabinets

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Steel, Brass

Rare Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burl Chrome Armoire Wardrobe Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Rare Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin burl and chrome armoire/wardrobe. This piece is very rare and hard to find, this is the 1st time we have ever had one. It is in wonderful vintage...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Milo Baughman Cabinets

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Chrome

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century 2 Door Cabinet
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century 2 Door Cabinet The cabinet measures: 31 wide x 18 deep x 28.5 inches high All pieces of furnit...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Milo Baughman Cabinets

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Metal

Milo Baughman Nightstands in White Lacquer
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautifully restored, pair of white lacquer nightstands/chests by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Chest have three drawers each and chrome detailing on sides along with chrome trim ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Cabinets

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Chrome

Milo Baughman Designed Sideboard for Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern sideboard with bi-fold doors, matte black base, and matching black exposed hinges. Designed for Directional by Milo Baughman, and manufactured by Johnson Furniture...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Cabinets

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Walnut

Milo Baughman For Thayer Coggin Cabinet And Shelf Units
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Pasadena, TX
A set of mid century modern furniture designed by Milo Baughman, made by Thayer Coggin: A cabinet in rosewood with two ebonized shelves and two shelf or display units with chrome re...
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1970s American Vintage Milo Baughman Cabinets

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Chrome

Milo Baughman for Directional Miniature Jewelry Chest
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in San Diego, CA
Milo Baughman for Directional miniature jewelry chest or silver cabinet. Original chocolate colored finish with brass pulls. Retains original paper label on the back and metal label ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Milo Baughman Cabinets

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Brass

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century 2 Door Cabinet and 3 Drawer Chest
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century 2 Door Cabinet and 3 Drawer Chest The 2 door cabinet measures: 31 wide x 18 deep x 28.5 inches ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Milo Baughman Cabinets

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Metal

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century 3 Drawer Chest
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century 3 Drawer Chest The cabinet measures: 31 wide x 18 deep x 28.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vi...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Milo Baughman Cabinets

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Metal

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Milo Baughman cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Milo Baughman cabinets 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 Milo Baughman cabinets, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original cabinets by Milo Baughman were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider cabinets by Harvey Probber, Ello, and John Widdicomb. Prices for Milo Baughman cabinets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,200 and can go as high as $15,625, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,600.
Questions About Milo Baughman Cabinets
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Milo Baughman was an American furniture designer whose pieces helped define the trends of the 1970s. His style features sleek, simple lines with little ornamentation. In addition to creating furniture, Baughman taught design at Brigham Young University. Find a collection of Milo Baughman on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Milo Baughman designed furniture for Thayer Coggin from 1953 to 2003. The brand produced most pieces from their joint collection in High Point, North Carolina, and the range includes a variety of chairs, sofas and tables. You'll find a collection of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To pronounce Milo Baughman, say "MY-low BA-mun." The "GH" in his surname is silent. Baughman was born in 1923 in Goodland, Kansas, but he soon moved to California, the state that served as his home throughout much of his life. Shop a large selection of Milo Baughman furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether Milo Baughman recliners are comfortable or not is largely a matter of personal perception. However, creating furniture that was as functional as it was fashionable was his main goal. You can see this reflected in the ample padding, supportive lines and carefully selected upholstery of his recliners. Shop a range of Milo Baughman recliners on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Milo Baughman designed for many companies over the course of his life. Some of the companies the American designer worked for include Arch Gordon, Directional Furniture, Drexel, George Kovacs, Glenn of California, The Inco Company, Mode Furniture, Murray Furniture of Winchendon and Pacific Iron. You'll find a collection of Milo Baughman furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How best to identify Milo Baughman furniture depends on the piece. Lounge chairs and sofas often feature a flat metal bar frame, and his tables tend to show off clean, simple lines. The backs of Baughman's pieces make the same visual impression as the fronts because he believed that furniture should be pleasing to the eye when viewed from any angle. Find a large selection of expertly vetted Milo Baughman furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    How to tell if a Milo Baughman is real will differ depending on the type of piece. If you're trying to authenticate a chair, look for the flat metal bar frame that is indicative of the designer’s work. For casegoods and tables, every inch of the surface should be finished. Baughman believed that even the backs of bookcases and cabinets should be as visually appealing as their fronts. Studying images of genuine pieces published at trusted online resources can also be helpful when authenticating any type of Milo Baughman furniture. If you need assistance verifying authenticity, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Milo Baughman furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Milo Baughman took special care to make sure his chairs looked just as good from the back as they do from the front. You can spot a real Milo Baughman chair by checking out the trademark flat bar metal frames on the chairs and sofas. Shop a collection of Milo Baughman pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Milo Baughman made chairs out of a variety of materials. Many of his pieces feature metal bar frames fashioned out of chrome, brass or stainless steel. Milo Baughman chairs often have leather upholstery. However, you may also find reupholstered pieces clad in various fabrics. Shop a large selection of Milo Baughman chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    One way to know if a piece of furniture is a Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin is to consult the visual catalog of his pieces on the Thayer Coggin official website. Many of the chairs he produced for the brand feature metal bar or pedestal bases. In addition, he created many drum tables for Thayer Coggin. You'll find a large collection of expertly vetted Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin pieces on 1stDibs.

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