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Milo Baughman

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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Milo Baughman Case Sofa
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Archie Lounge Chair Ottoman
Milo Baughman, Lounge Chair, Iron, Leather, USA, 1950s
By Milo Baughman
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted iron and black leather lounge chair or slipper chair, designed by Milo Baughman and produced by Thayer Coggin, High Point, North Carolina, USA, 1950s. Overall Dimens...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Milo Baughman

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Iron

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burl Wood Parsons Extension Dining Table, 2 Leaf
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burl Wood Parsons Extension Dining Table with Two Leaves A monumental and exceptionally versatile Parsons extension dining table designed by Milo Bau...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman

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Burl

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Chrome and Flokati Faux Fur Lounge Chair
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Chrome and Flokati Faux Fur Lounge Chair.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Milo Baughman

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Chrome

A burl wood and chrome cabinet / chest of drawers by Milo Baughman, circa 1970
By Milo Baughman
Located in View Park, CA
A burlwood and chrome chest of drawers / cabinet / sideboard by Milo Baughman, circa 1970. With ebonized wood interior and featuring three drawers. Gloriously psychedelic burl grain ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman

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Metal

Mid century Olive burl credenza by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Liberty, NY
Beautiful olive burl credenza with chrome base designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. A classic design piece from the late 60's early 70's, with all book matched olive burl th...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Milo Baughman

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Burl

California Modern Dowel Bench by Milo Baughman
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Milo Baughman

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Oak, Walnut

California Modern Dowel Bench by Milo Baughman
California Modern Dowel Bench by Milo Baughman
$3,250
H 12.25 in W 48 in D 18 in
Milo Baughman Tub Chaise 1995
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Milo Baughman tub chaise, circa 1995. Professionally restored and reupholstered in Holly Hunt “Teddy” (burnt orange) alpaca-wool. Details - Designer: Milo Baughman - Date: c. 1995 - ...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman

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Wool

Milo Baughman Tub Chaise 1995
Milo Baughman Tub Chaise 1995
$7,040 Sale Price
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H 31 in W 30 in D 50 in
Milo Baughman Sculptural Walnut Reclining Chair for James Inc.
By Milo Baughman, James Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Milo Baughman

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Brass

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Milo Baughman Sale Prices

Sold DateSold PriceCategoryMaterialCreation Year
2025$3,295Swivel ChairsUpholsteryUnknown
2025$1,400Coffee and Cocktail Tables, Dry BarsBrass, Glasscirca 1970
2025$18,700Sectional SofasUpholstery, Walnutcirca 1970s
2025$9,500Lounge Chairs, Slipper ChairsBouclé, Upholstery, Iron1950s
2025$2,500Night StandsChrome, Rosewood, Lacquer1970
2025$3,000Console TablesWood, Burl, Olive1958
2025$5,500Lounge ChairsVelvet, Lucite1960
2025$1,957CupboardsBrass, Wood, Burlunknown
2025$2,950Sofa Tables, Console TablesWoodUnknown
2025$1,300Benches, StoolsVelvet, Chrome, Wood1980s
2025$4,750Dining Room TablesChrome, Olivecirca 1980s
2025$2,250Console TablesChrome, Rosewoodc1970s
2025$4,135Night StandsBurlUnknown
2025$6,000Dining Room ChairsChrome1990s
2025$1,820Coffee and Cocktail TablesBrass, Burl1970
2025$1,400Wardrobes and Armoires, Coat Racks and StandsBrass1970s
2025$2,718CabinetsWalnut1960's
2025$1,350Console TablesWalnut20th Century
2025$1,055Carts and Bar CartsMetal, Glass1965-1970
2025$2,168Wardrobes and Armoires, Coat Racks and StandsBrass1970s
$3,595
Average sold price of items in the past 12 months
$300-$27,000
Sold price range of items in the past 12 months

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Milo Baughman Case Sofa
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Milo Baughman Case Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Rosewood, Metal, Upholstery
Styles
Mid Century Modern
American furniture designer Milo Baughman (1923–2003) conceived the Case sofa sometime during the 1960s, when designers and manufacturers were still experimenting with technologies and materials that had been developed during World War II. From the aircraft industry, molded plastics and aluminum became viable new options, while the Chrysler Corporation introduced spot-welding techniques for joining wood to rubber, metal and plastic. Baughman, who was born in Goodland, Kansas, but spent his fo...
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Archie Lounge Chair Ottoman
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Average Price
$3,800
Number Available
4
Archie Lounge Chair Ottoman
By Milo Baughman
Materials
Metal, Animal Skin, Chrome, Leather
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Mid Century Modern
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Milo Baughman furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Milo Baughman furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Milo Baughman furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 681 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 2 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture 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 furniture by Dunbar, Charles and Ray Eames, and Adrian Pearsall. Prices for Milo Baughman furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $380 and can go as high as $49,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,973.
Questions About Milo Baughman
  • 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 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 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 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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