$1,195
H 34 in W 56.5 in D 1.75 in
Milo Baughman for Drexel Perspective Exotic Mindoro Wood Full Size Headboard
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
Drexel, "Perspective" Collection USA, 1950s Measures: 56.5"W x 1.75"D x 34"H. Very good original
Wood
Drexel Perspective Credenza by Milo Baughman
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in Long Beach, CA
A very nice compact credenza designed by Milo Baughman as part of the Drexel Perspective line in
Unavailable
H 51 in W 42 in D 19 in
1950s Milo Baughman for Drexel Perspective Mindoro Wood China Hutch
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in Sacramento, CA
1950s China hutch designed by Milo Baughman for Drexel Perspective. Made of Mindoro wood, the hutch
Mahogany Dresser for Drexel Perspective
By Drexel
Located in Denton, TX
Mahogany eight drawer dresser designed by Milo Baughman for Drexel. The legs pictured are vintage
Mahogany, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Drexel Walnut Three-Drawer Side Stand, Perspective
By Drexel
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Mid-Century Modern side cabinet by Drexel of the Perspective line offers walnut construction in
Wood, Walnut
Drexel "Perspective" Mahogany Dresser by Milo Baughman
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Drexel “Perspective” Mahogany Dresser by Milo Baughman
Walnut
Milo Baughman "Perspective" Coffee Table for Drexel
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern coffee table designed by Milo Baughman for Drexel’s “Perspective” collection in
Wood, Cork
Milo Baughman “Perspective” Vanity / Desk for Drexel
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Milo Baughman Manufacturer: Drexel “Perspective” Period/style: Mid-Century Modern
Mirror, Mahogany, Walnut
Mid Century Milo Baughman “Perspective” Dresser for Drexel
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning mid century modern “Perspective” walnut dresser designed by Milo Baughman for Drexel
Walnut
Drexel "Perspective" Floating Top Desk by Milo Baughman
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Drexel "Perspective" Floating Top Desk by Milo Baughman
Mahogany, Leather
Milo Baughman for Drexel Perspective Buffet or Credenza
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in Pasadena, TX
Milo Baughman for Drexel Perspective buffet or credenza This gorgeous Drexel credenza was part
Wood
Drexel "Perspective" Floating Top Desk by Milo Baughman
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This spectacular vintage desk was designed by Milo Baughman for Drexel's "Perspective" collection
Faux Leather, Wood
Midcentury "Perspective" Dresser by Milo Baughman for Drexel
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning midcentury dresser designed by Milo Baughman for Drexel´s “Perspective” collection in the
Wood
Midcentury Three-Piece Milo Baughman Drexel Perspective Bedroom Set
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in West Hartford, CT
Milo Baughman for Drexel perspective mahogany and rosewood three-piece bedroom set includes a tall
Mahogany, Rosewood
Midcentury Milo Baughman Chest of Drawers - Perspective for Drexel
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this Mid-Century Modern dresser from the Perspective collection by Milo
Wood
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H 34.25 in W 56 in D 31.25 in
1950s Drexel "Perspective" Floating Top Desk Style After Milo Baughman
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid century floating top desk design by Milo Baughman for Drexel "Perspective collection" in the
Faux Leather, Wood
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H 45 in W 42 in D 19 in
Milo Baughman Designed Drexel Perspective Five-Drawer Mahogany Chest Dresser
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rare Milo Baughman designed Drexel Perspective tall five-drawer chest of drawers. This mahogany and
Mahogany, Rosewood
Vintage "Perspective" Chest of Drawers by Milo Baughman for Drexel
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning vintage chest of drawers designed by Milo Baughman for Drexel´s “perspective” collection
Wood
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H 32 in W 63 in D 19 in
Milo Baughman for Drexel Perspective Eight-Drawer Dresser Chest of Drawers
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rosewood and mahogany Milo Baughman designed large eight-drawer dresser for Drexel Perspective
Mahogany, Rosewood
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H 40 in W 92 in D 10 in
Mid-Century Modern Signed Drexel Perspective Full Bed Milo Baughman Design
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rare Milo Baughman designed Drexel Perspective full bed with floating cabinets. Nothing short of
Mahogany
Bench and Two Storage Cubes by Milo Baughman Perspective Line for Drexel
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Bench and two storage cubes by Milo Baughman perspective line. The Cubes can be placed on the bench
Wood
John Van Koert "Perspective" Model K80 Executive Desk for Drexel
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning modern desk designed by John Van Koert in collaboration for Drexel's "Profile" line in
Brass
Perspectives mirror by Milo Baughman for Drexel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
large deep set framed mirror which can hang horizontally or vertically
Mirror
Milo Baughman Perspectives night stands by Drexel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
pair of night stands in exotic phillipino mahogany with yellow highlights with each piece having four drawers the bottoms of which form a pull to open drawers
Early Milo Baughman Coffee Table in Exotic Mindoro Wood for Drexel
By Milo Baughman
Located in Cincinnati, OH
storage bins and one open storage box. Manufactured by Drexel for their Perspective line of furniture and
Sold
H 39.25 in W 42 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Drexel Walnut Five-Drawer Dresser, Perspective, 20th Century
By Drexel
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers by Drexel of the Perspective line offers walnut construction
Wood, Walnut
Milo Baughman 1951 Buffet by Drexel Perspective
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in South Charleston, WV
Model 500-4 by Milo Baughman for Drexel Perspective in Mindoro Wood 1951. The Buffet certainly
Fruitwood
Milo Baughman Perspective Buffet for Drexel in Primavera
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in Miami, FL
Exciting credenza, server or sideboard buffet. Milo Baughman designed in 1952, the Perspective Line
Midcentury Milo Baughman Desk Vanity Perspective for Drexel
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this rare Mid-Century Modern floating top desk from the Perspective
Mirror, Wood
Milo Baughman for Drexel Perspective Mindoro and Leather Desk
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in Miami, FL
A stunning example of the rare Mid-Century Modern floating top desk from the Perspective collection
Milo Baughman for Drexel Perspective Mindoro and Leather Desk
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in Miami, FL
A stunning example of the rare Mid-Century Modern floating top desk from the Perspective collection
Copper
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H 34.5 in W 56 in D 30 in
Milo Baughman for Drexel Perspective Mindoro and Faux Leather Floating Top MCM D
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in Topeka, KS
renowned designer Milo Baughman for the Drexel Perspective Collection has been in our personal collection
Faux Leather, Wood
Mahogany Dresser for Drexel Perspective by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pasadena, TX
A vintage Mahogany and Rosewood Dresser for Drexel Perspective designed by Milo Baughman. This is a
Mahogany
Vintage Milo Baughman for Drexel Perspective Highboy
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in Morgan, UT
Milo Baughman for Drexel Perspective Mid-Century Modern highboy. Drexel, USA, 1950s. Measures
Wood
Drexel Perspective Mahogany Shelf by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in Long Beach, CA
Great little shelf designed by Milo Baughman as part of the 'Perspective' line produced by Drexel
Vintage Milo Baughman for Drexel Perspective Chest of Drawers
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in Morgan, UT
Milo Baughman for Drexel Perspective Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers or dresser Drexel, USA
Wood
Early Milo Baughman for Drexel Perspective Four-Drawer Chest of Drawers
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Awesome midcentury Milo Baughman for Drexel Perspective dresser. Four deep drawers, all pull smooth
Mahogany
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H 15.5 in W 63 in D 19 in
A "Perspective" low bench/coffee table by Milo Baughman for Drexel c.1952
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A low bench/coffee table by Milo Baughman for Drexel. Created for the "Perspective" line in 1952
Walnut
Perspective Desk - Baughman for Drexel
Located in Treasure Island, CA
This desk has a grey leather top and not green (as pictured).
Wood, Leather
Milo Baughman for Drexel "Perspective" Cantilevered Desk
By Milo Baughman
Located in Berkeley, CA
Cantilevered desk by Milo Baughman for the Perspective Line by Drexel ca 1952. Mahogany surfaces
Wood
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H 15 in W 60 in D 27 in
Milo Baughman for Drexel Perspective Convertible Dining Table Coffee Table 1950s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Convertible coffee table, dining table with fold down sides, by Milo Baughman for Drexel
Wood
Letto Anni 60 Formica Impiallacciatura Mogano
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Letto matrimoniale in legno impiallacciato mogano e formica; un letto da personalizzare con la sostituzione della formica, con un colore che renda il prodotto personale ma mantenendo...
Formica, Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern King Size Walnut Headboard
Located in Charleston, SC
Here we have a richly grained walnut king size headboard with 4 inverted slats. A fabulous modern shape and very much in the style of Kent Coffey.
Walnut
Pair of Burl Wood Nightstands by Milo Baughman for Lane
By Lane Furniture, Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning Vintage Mid-Century Modern pair of burl wood nightstands by Milo Baughman for Lane. The timeless beauty of burl wood, a naturally occurring wood pattern, and clean modernis...
Burl
Milo Baughman Dresser for Drexel
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Milo Baughman Manufacturer: Drexel Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern Specifications: Wood Condition This Milo Baughman dresser for Drexel is in excellent restor...
Wood
$1,400
H 38.25 in W 60.5 in D 1.5 in
Mid Century Cane Walnut and Black Full Size Headboard att. to Baughman
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural Mid Century full size headboard, design attributed to Milo Baughman for Directional c. 1950/70's. The headboard features a caned insert center panel, surrounded by...
Cane, Wood
Queen Size Mid-century R-Way Walnut Headboard
By R-Way Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautiful vintage modern headboard by R-Way furniture with a charming vintage walnut finish. Sleek design at 63 inches wide, this piece makes the perfect addition to any bedroom. P...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Double Sized Headboard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful vintage modern rosewood headboard features rich wood grain on the front with embossed edges. This versatile headboard is 56 inches wide so it can possibly be used as a...
Rosewood
Queen Headboard by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This queen size headboard by Martinsville features a cutout design in warm walnut wood grain. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Walnut
Walnut Headboard by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1952
Located in Kensington, MD
Walnut Headboard by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1952 Additional information: Material: Walnut Featured at Kensington: Gorgeous, classic headboard by George Nelson for Her...
Walnut
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.
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.