Who is Milo Baughman?

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.

Who did Milo Baughman design for?

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.

How do I pronounce Milo Baughman?

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.

Are Milo Baughman recliners comfortable?

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.

What companies did Milo Baughman design for?

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.

How do I identify Milo Baughman furniture?

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.

How can I tell if a chair is Milo Baughman?

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.

How can you tell if a Milo Baughman is real?

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.

What materials are Milo Baughman chairs made out of?

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.

How do I know if it’s a Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin?

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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Magnificent Pair Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Swivel Chrome Rocker Chairs

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H 31.5 in W 29 in D 36 in

Magnificent Pair Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Swivel Chrome Rocker Chairs

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Located in Pemberton, NJ

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Exciting Milo Baughman Style Chrome Oval Rocker Panton Fabric, Mid-Century

$4,500

H 31 in W 28 in D 39 in

Exciting Milo Baughman Style Chrome Oval Rocker Panton Fabric, Mid-Century

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Exciting Milo Baughman style chrome oval rocker. Psychedelic Panton inspired black and white

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

70s Sculptural Chrome + Black Velour Rocking Chair Rocker Manner Milo Baughman

$2,478Sale Price|20% Off

H 41 in W 22 in D 39 in

70s Sculptural Chrome + Black Velour Rocking Chair Rocker Manner Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Basel, BS

vintage acquired from the stunning estate of a Chicago, USA Mid Century collector. In the manner of Milo

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Lovely Pair Milo Baughman style Barrel Back Swivel Rocker Chairs Mid-Century

$3,080Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 28 in W 32 in D 33 in

Lovely Pair Milo Baughman style Barrel Back Swivel Rocker Chairs Mid-Century

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Lovely pair of tufted barrel back swivel rockers in the style of Milo Baughman. These chairs are

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Pair of Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Swivel Rocker Club Chairs

$3,495

H 28 in W 31 in D 32 in

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Swivel Rocker Club Chairs

By Milo Baughman

Located in Wilmington, DE

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman style swivel rocker club chairs. Offered is a pair of

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

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Amazing Pair Chrome Clad Milo Baughman Swivel Rocker Barrel Back Chairs

$8,400Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 24 in W 27 in D 29 in

Amazing Pair Chrome Clad Milo Baughman Swivel Rocker Barrel Back Chairs

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Amazing pair of chrome-clad Milo Baughman barrel back swivel rocker chairs. These are the Holy

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Spectacular Milo Baughman Style Chrome Oval Rocker Jack Lenor Larsen

$4,440Sale Price|20% Off

H 33 in W 28 in D 40 in

Spectacular Milo Baughman Style Chrome Oval Rocker Jack Lenor Larsen

By Milo Baughman, Jack Lenor Larsen

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Spectacular Milo Baughman style chrome oval rocker with Jack Lenor Larsen velvet fabric on the seat

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Milo Baughman Style Vintage Rocking Chair

$710

H 37.5 in W 24.25 in D 30.5 in

Milo Baughman Style Vintage Rocking Chair

By Milo Baughman

Located in Doylestown, PA

Elegant vintage midcentury rocking chair in the style of Milo Baughman. This comfortable rocker

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Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Prisma Armchair Rocker Lounge 1984, Memphis Era

$2,872Sale Price|63% Off

H 33 in W 35 in D 45 in

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Prisma Armchair Rocker Lounge 1984, Memphis Era

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin 1984 Prisma collection armchair rocker lounge. After decades of

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Rocking Chairs

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Steel

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Prisma Armchair Rocker Lounge 1984, Memphis era

$2,197Sale Price|71% Off

H 33 in W 35 in D 45 in

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Prisma Armchair Rocker Lounge 1984, Memphis era

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin 1984 Prisma collection armchair rocker lounge. This item is on

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Rocking Chairs

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Steel

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Swivel Club Chairs

$4,995

H 28 in W 30 in D 28 in

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Swivel Club Chairs

By Milo Baughman

Located in Wilmington, DE

-Century Modern Milo Baughman style swivel rocker chairs. These chairs rock and tilt. They are on a

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

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Suede

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Chrome Thonet Rocking Chair Rocker Milo Baughman

$450

H 41 in W 22 in D 39 in

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Chrome Thonet Rocking Chair Rocker Milo Baughman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern Sculptural Chrome Thonet Rocking Chair Rocker after Milo Baughman. Item

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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Chrome Thonet Rocking Chair Rocker

$550

H 39 in W 22 in D 42 in

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Chrome Thonet Rocking Chair Rocker

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Chrome Thonet Rocking Chair. Circa Late 20th Century

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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

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Milo Baughman Rocking Chair

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H 28.5 in W 27.5 in D 32 in

Milo Baughman Rocking Chair

By Milo Baughman

Located in Baltimore, MD

Milo Baughman rocker comprising comfortable scoop seat supported by welded iron frame with walnut

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Steel

Milo Baughman Rocker with Jack Tenor Larsen Fabric

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H 31 in W 20 in D 36 in

Milo Baughman Rocker with Jack Tenor Larsen Fabric

By Milo Baughman

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A Milo Baughman Rocker re-upholstered in vintage same period Jack Lenor Larsen Fabric. Excellent

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20th Century American Modern Rocking Chairs

Milo Baughman Rocker

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H 26 in W 27 in D 31 in

Milo Baughman Rocker

By Milo Baughman

Located in Chicago, IL

Scoop rocker by Milo Baughman. Please use Contact Dealer button if you have any questions.

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Vintage 1950s American Rocking Chairs

Early Milo Baughman Rocker Lounge with Ottoman

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H 41 in W 28.5 in D 32 in

Early Milo Baughman Rocker Lounge with Ottoman

Located in Miami, FL

...SOLD SEPTEMBER 2011...This early Milo Baughman Rocker Lounge with Ottoman with 50's styling was

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Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Rocker and Ottoman

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H 38 in W 26.5 in D 35 in

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Rocker and Ottoman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Tulsa, OK

. * * * Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Rocker and Ottoman. Above average vintage condition and structurally

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Oak, Walnut

Milo Baughman Rocker circa 1970's

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H 34 in W 24.75 in D 41 in

Milo Baughman Rocker circa 1970's

Located in Miami, FL

A Gorgeous Milo Baughman Mid-Century Rocker with Polished Stainless Steel Base and Dark Navy Blue

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Vintage 1970s American Rocking Chairs

MCM Milo Baughman Rocker & Ottoman Reupholstered In Black Leather and Cowhide

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H 32 in W 26 in D 40.5 in

MCM Milo Baughman Rocker & Ottoman Reupholstered In Black Leather and Cowhide

By Milo Baughman

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Tubular Chrome Rocker & Ottoman Newly Reupholstered In Black

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Milo Baughman Scoop Rocker

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H 26 in W 24 in D 28 in

Milo Baughman Scoop Rocker

By Milo Baughman

Located in New York, NY

Milo Baughman Pacific Iron Works "Scoop" Rocking Chair. Some minor wear to the vinyl upholstery

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Iron

Milo Baughman Style Chrome Framed Rocker

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H 37.13 in W 25.75 in D 38 in

Milo Baughman Style Chrome Framed Rocker

By Milo Baughman

Located in Kansas City, MO

Milo Baughman rocking chair in excellent reupholstered condition. Circular / elliptical shaped

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Swivel Rocker Lounge Chair by Milo Baughman

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H 35 in W 25.75 in D 36 in L 35 in

Swivel Rocker Lounge Chair by Milo Baughman

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Peabody, MA

Rare platform rocking lounge chair with chromed steel swivel base by Milo Baughman for Thayer

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Milo Baughman for DIA Black Leather and Tubular Chrome Vintage Rocker & Ottoman

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H 34 in W 26.25 in D 38 in

Milo Baughman for DIA Black Leather and Tubular Chrome Vintage Rocker & Ottoman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A vintage Milo Baughman for DIA rocking chair with matching ottoman. This beautiful set features a

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Fabulous Pair of Signed Milo Baughman Lucite Clad Swivel Rocker Barrel Back Chairs

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H 23.5 in W 27 in D 26 in

Fabulous Pair of Signed Milo Baughman Lucite Clad Swivel Rocker Barrel Back Chairs

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

swivel rocking Milo Baughman barrel back chairs. These are super rare and in very nice vintage condition

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Lucite

Milo Baughman "Roxy" Swivel/Rocker Lounge Chairs, Thayer Coggin

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H 26 in W 30 in D 32 in

Milo Baughman "Roxy" Swivel/Rocker Lounge Chairs, Thayer Coggin

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in Raleigh, NC

Newly upholstered in mohair with walnut swivel bases. Vintage Thayer Coggin "Roxy" chairs by Milo

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Milo Baughman Swivel Rocker Club Chair with Chrome Frame

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H 27 in W 29 in D 26.5 in

Milo Baughman Swivel Rocker Club Chair with Chrome Frame

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Kansas City, MO

Stunning Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin barrel chair, the entire sides and back of this tub shaped

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Chrome

Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Swivel Rocker Club Chairs

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H 24.75 in W 28 in D 26 in

Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Swivel Rocker Club Chairs

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Kansas City, MO

Pair of Swivel Rocker club lounge chairs designed by Milo Baughman and made by Thayer Coggin

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Vintage 1960s American Club Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Mid Century Platform Rocker Designed by Milo Baughman for James Furniture

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H 38 in W 31 in D 30 in

Mid Century Platform Rocker Designed by Milo Baughman for James Furniture

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in New York, NY

Milo Baughman for James Inc. recliner, platform rocker, circa 1950's. This chair features a vinyl

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Swivel Rocker Club Chairs

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H 30.5 in W 27 in D 26.5 in

Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Swivel Rocker Club Chairs

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Kansas City, MO

Excellent pair of Milo Baughman swivel rocking chairs, newly reupholstered on rosewood bases.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Rosewood, Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Walnut Rocker and Ottoman

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H 40 in W 26.5 in D 36 in

Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Walnut Rocker and Ottoman

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

upholstery (Chinese red) by Milo Baughman. In great condition. The dimensions of the chair are 26.5" W x 36

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Walnut

Pair of Swivel Chairs by Milo Baughman

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H 26 in W 28.5 in D 30 in

Pair of Swivel Chairs by Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Long Island City, NY

A glamorous pair of swivel rockers by Milo Baughman, reupholstered in a mushroom gray velvet. Price

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Late 20th Century American Swivel Chairs

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Velvet, Walnut

Rocker & Ottoman by Milo Baughman

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Rocker & Ottoman by Milo Baughman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Black Leather & Chrome Rocker w/Ottoman

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Vintage 1960s American Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Swivel Rocker Chairs by Milo Baugnman

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H 32 in W 31 in D 29 in

Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Swivel Rocker Chairs by Milo Baugnman

By Milo Baughman

Located in New York, NY

This sensational pair of Mid-Century Modernist swivel/rocker chairs are an amazing addition to any

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Gorgeous Pair of Milo Baughman Celery Green Swivel Tub Chairs

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H 25.5 in W 28 in D 30 in

Gorgeous Pair of Milo Baughman Celery Green Swivel Tub Chairs

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

GORGEOUS PAIR OF MILO BAUGHMAN SWIVEL ROCKERS IN A LOVELY SHADE OF NUBBY CELERY GREEN WOOL. THE

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Vintage 1960s American Club Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Large Comfortable Milo Baughman Swivel Tilt Lounge Chair for Thayer Coggin

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H 40 in W 34 in D 40 in

Large Comfortable Milo Baughman Swivel Tilt Lounge Chair for Thayer Coggin

By Milo Baughman

Located in Wilton, CT

A hard to find swivel rocker by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Redone in our Connecticut Workshop

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Fabulous Milo Baughman Style Marine Blue Velvet Chrome Rocking Chair and Ottoman

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H 30.5 in W 27.5 in D 38 in

Fabulous Milo Baughman Style Marine Blue Velvet Chrome Rocking Chair and Ottoman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Milo Baughman style flat bar chrome rocker and ottoman with brand new marine blue velvet fabric

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Milo Baughman Chrome Rocking Chair with vintage Pucci linen Mid-century Modern

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H 33 in W 27.75 in D 37 in

Milo Baughman Chrome Rocking Chair with vintage Pucci linen Mid-century Modern

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Outstanding Milo Baughman chrome rocker with vintage Pucci linen fabric. This is probably the most

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Cute Mid Century Modern Childs Rocker

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H 19.5 in W 17 in D 22 in

Cute Mid Century Modern Childs Rocker

By Milo Baughman

Located in New York, NY

Iron Hoop Frame, upholstered seat ( as is ) and back rest. Design after Milo Baughman.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Disk Form Suede, Steel and Wood Rocker

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H 25 in W 30 in D 31 in

Disk Form Suede, Steel and Wood Rocker

By Milo Baughman

Located in New York, NY

damage. Reminiscent of Milo Baughman design, probably California manufacture.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Metal

Renaldo Zeri "Ellispse" Italian Rocker Lounge Chair for Selig

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H 32 in W 28 in D 38 in

Renaldo Zeri "Ellispse" Italian Rocker Lounge Chair for Selig

By Milo Baughman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Renaldo Zeri "Ellispse" Lounge Rocker in the style of Milo Baughman. For years said to be Milo

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Renaldo Zeri "Ellispse" Italian Rocker Lounge Chair for Selig

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H 32 in W 28 in D 38 in

Renaldo Zeri "Ellispse" Italian Rocker Lounge Chair for Selig

By Milo Baughman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Renaldo Zeri "Ellispse" Lounge Rocker in the style of Milo Baughman. For years said to be Milo

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

1970’s Renaldo Zeri "Ellispse" Italian Chrome Rocker

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H 33.5 in W 27.75 in D 72 in

1970’s Renaldo Zeri "Ellispse" Italian Chrome Rocker

By Milo Baughman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Renaldo Zeri " Ellispse" Italian Chrome Rocker. Probably reupholstered about 15 years ago, still

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Bernhardt Milo Baughman Style Swivel Rocker Club Chair

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H 26.5 in W 30.5 in D 32 in

Mid-Century Modern Bernhardt Milo Baughman Style Swivel Rocker Club Chair

By Bernhardt

Located in Wilmington, DE

the style of Milo Baughman. Has a wooden base, tufted back, swivels and rocks. It is in good condition

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Thayer Coggin Milo Baughman Swivel Rocker Club Chair

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H 26.5 in W 30.5 in L 26.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Thayer Coggin Milo Baughman Swivel Rocker Club Chair

By Selig

Located in Wilmington, DE

What a find. Offered is a Mid-Century Modern barrel-back swivel chair by Thayer Coggin. The chair is unsigned. Has a wooden base, tufted back, swivels and rocks. It is in good condit...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Rare Rocking Chair Rocker by George Mulhauser for Plycraft

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H 29 in W 29.5 in D 31 in

Rare Rocking Chair Rocker by George Mulhauser for Plycraft

By Milo Baughman, George Mulhauser, Plycraft

Located in Southampton, NJ

Rare walnut encased rocking chair designed by George Mulhauser for Plycraft. Reupholstered in white fabric with new cushions. The wood has numerous areas of wear - please see picture...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Steel

Pair of Adrian Pearsall Swivel Rockers, Newly Upholstered in Velvet, 1970s

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H 30.5 in W 38 in D 28 in

Pair of Adrian Pearsall Swivel Rockers, Newly Upholstered in Velvet, 1970s

By Milo Baughman, Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall

Located in Raleigh, NC

VIntage 1970s sculptural lounge chairs by Adrain Pearsall newly upholstered in taupe velvet sitting on the walnut plinth bases. Extremely comfortable and widely functional with the ...

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery

Magnificent Pair Milo Baughman Barrel Back Swivel Rocker Lounge Chairs

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H 25 in W 27 in D 30 in

Magnificent Pair Milo Baughman Barrel Back Swivel Rocker Lounge Chairs

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Magnificent pair of Milo Baughman swivel rocker barrel back lounge chairs. This pair has been

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Magnificent Milo Baughman Rosewood Barrel Chair Swivel Rocker with Ottoman

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H 26.5 in W 29.5 in D 28 in

Magnificent Milo Baughman Rosewood Barrel Chair Swivel Rocker with Ottoman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

ottoman by Milo Baughman, 1970s. This set is quite nice as is with original black faux leather-some wear

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Faux Leather, Rosewood

Pair of Signed Milo Baughman Swivel Rocker Lounge Chairs, Mid-Century

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H 27 in W 29 in D 31 in

Pair of Signed Milo Baughman Swivel Rocker Lounge Chairs, Mid-Century

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Fun pair of signed Milo Baughman swivel rocker chairs. These will need new upholstery but that's

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Stunning Pair of Signed Milo Baughman Swivel Rocker Lounge Chairs, Mid-Century

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H 30.5 in W 27 in D 30.5 in

Stunning Pair of Signed Milo Baughman Swivel Rocker Lounge Chairs, Mid-Century

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stunning pair of signed Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin swivel rocker chairs. If you have ever sat in

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Milo Baughman Swivel Rockers, a Pair, Thayer Coggin

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H 31 in W 30 in D 31 in

Milo Baughman Swivel Rockers, a Pair, Thayer Coggin

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in Raleigh, NC

An outstanding vintage pair of lounge chairs by Milo Baughman in a soft wool upholstery. These have

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Upholstery

Wonderful Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Egg Chair Swivel Rocker Mid-Century Modern

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H 35.5 in W 40 in D 39 in

Wonderful Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Egg Chair Swivel Rocker Mid-Century Modern

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Wonderful large scale rocking, swivel egg chair designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern 360 Swivel Rocker Lounge Chairs

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H 25.25 in W 28.88 in D 31 in

Pair of Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern 360 Swivel Rocker Lounge Chairs

By Milo Baughman

Located in Wayne, NJ

Pair of Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern Swivel Rocker Lounge Chairs. These swivel 360.

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Upholstery

Excellent Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Swivel Rocker Club Chairs

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H 26 in W 30.5 in D 29 in

Excellent Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Swivel Rocker Club Chairs

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Kansas City, MO

Milo Baughman swivel rocking club chairs with walnut bases. Newly reupholstered in a nicely

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Fabulous Milo Baughman style Orange Velvet Chrome Rocking Chair, Mid-Century

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H 31 in W 28 in D 39 in

Fabulous Milo Baughman style Orange Velvet Chrome Rocking Chair, Mid-Century

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Milo Baughman style flat bar chrome rocker with it's original orange velvet fabric, great form and

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Modern Chrome and Leather Rocker, circa 1980

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Modern Chrome and Leather Rocker, circa 1980

By Milo Baughman

Located in Austin, TX

Newly reupholstered rocking chair in white leather with original chrome base and arms. Wide and comfortable seat.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Rocking Chairs

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Chrome

Chrome Tube Milo Baughman Style Rocker with Ottoman in Brown Boucle

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Chrome Tube Milo Baughman Style Rocker with Ottoman in Brown Boucle

By Renato Zevi

Located in Ferndale, MI

Chrome Tube Milo Baughman Style Rocker with Ottoman in Brown Boucle by Renato Zevi. Chair: 27.5

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Fantastic Pair Milo Baughman Style Swivel Rocker Barrel Back Lounge Chairs Selig

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By Selig

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Fantastic pair of Milo Baughman style swivel rocker barrel back lounge chairs made by Selig. We

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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1970s Style of Milo Baughman Ellipse Tubular Chrome Rocker by Renato Zevi

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1970s Style of Milo Baughman Ellipse Tubular Chrome Rocker by Renato Zevi

By Renato Zevi

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1970s Milo Baughman Style Chrome Hoop Ellipse Rocking Chair Renato Zevi Modernist Rocker Tubular

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Pair of Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Swivel Rocker Club Chairs

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H 25 in W 27.5 in D 31 in

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Swivel Rocker Club Chairs

By Thayer Coggin

Located in Wilmington, DE

Pair of Mid-Century Modern swivel club chairs Offered is a pair of swivel chairs on walnut bases. The upholstery is in usable condition and it is structurally sound. The walnut ...

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Milo Baughman Rocker

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Milo Baughman Rocker

Located in San Francisco, CA

Milo Baughman flat bar rocker with sliver-grey satin upholstery, great form and one of the hippest

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Vintage 1970s American Armchairs

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Stainless Steel, Chrome

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Walnut Rocker and Ottoman

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Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Walnut Rocker and Ottoman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

Walnut rocker and ottoman with crushed velvet upholstery by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. The

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Pair of Milo Baughman Chairs with Ottomans

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H 31 in W 29 in D 30 in

Pair of Milo Baughman Chairs with Ottomans

By Milo Baughman

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Gorgeous pair of Milo Baughman swivel rocker chairs with ottoman.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Milo Baughman Atrributed Brass Rocker

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Milo Baughman Atrributed Brass Rocker

Located in Stamford, CT

Gorgeous Rocker attributed to Milo Baughman. Brass frame. A very comfortable rocker , great for

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Vintage 1970s American Rocking Chairs

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Brass

Restored Pair of Milo Baughman Swivel Rockers on Walnut Base

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H 30 in W 30 in D 29 in

Restored Pair of Milo Baughman Swivel Rockers on Walnut Base

Located in Atlanta, GA

Great pair of the iconic swivel club/lounge chair by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Excellent

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

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Wood, Fabric

Rocker Lounge Chair W/ Ottoman, New Upholstery, in Style of Milo Baughman

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Rocker Lounge Chair W/ Ottoman, New Upholstery, in Style of Milo Baughman

Located in Asheville, NC

Mid-Century Modern rocker and ottoman in the style of Milo Baughman. New channeled bright blue

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs

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Milo Baughman attributed Chrome Rocking Chairs

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Milo Baughman attributed Chrome Rocking Chairs

Located in Stamford, CT

Gorgeous, totally refurbished pair of Milo Baughman attributed Rockers. Extremely comfortable. New

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Vintage 1970s American Rocking Chairs

Rare Ozzy Rocker by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

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Rare Ozzy Rocker by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

By Milo Baughman

Located in Berkeley, CA

Seldom seen Ozzy rocker by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Iron frame with 20 year old white vinyl

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Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Swivel Rocker Lounge Chairs

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H 25 in W 31 in D 34 in

Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Swivel Rocker Lounge Chairs

By Milo Baughman

Located in Asheville, NC

Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin tilt and swivel rocking club chairs. Signed with a Thayer

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

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$8,600 / set

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Located in Chicago, IL

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2 parts sofa in stainless steel with seating upholstered with a fabric by Dédar. Creation by Studio Glustin. France, 2023.

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Pair of Mid-Century Danish Modern Selig Barrel Back Swivel Club Chairs

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Located in Pemberton, NJ

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Milo Baughman Rocker For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic milo baughman rocker available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of fabric, upholstery and metal, every milo baughman rocker was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer milo baughman rocker, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A milo baughman rocker, designed in the Mid-Century Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one milo baughman rocker that is appealing in its simplicity, but Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin and Bernhardt produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Milo Baughman Rocker?

The average selling price for a milo baughman rocker at 1stDibs is $3,700, while they’re typically $225 on the low end and $7,800 for the highest priced.

A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture

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

Emerged during the mid-20th century
Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
A heyday of innovation in postwar America
Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
Promotion of functionality

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

Charles and Ray Eames
Eero Saarinen
Milo Baughman
Florence Knoll
Harry Bertoia
Isamu Noguchi
George Nelson
Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa

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.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Milo Baughman Rocker

Who is Milo Baughman?
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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.
Who did Milo Baughman design for?
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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.
How do I pronounce Milo Baughman?
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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.
Are Milo Baughman recliners comfortable?
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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.
What companies did Milo Baughman design for?
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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.
How do I identify Milo Baughman furniture?
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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.
How can I tell if a chair is Milo Baughman?
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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.
How can you tell if a Milo Baughman is real?
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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.
What materials are Milo Baughman chairs made out of?
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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.
How do I know if it’s a Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin?
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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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