Milo Baughman Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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.

Creator: Milo Baughman

Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirror, Embossed Crocodile Leather, Baughman for Coggin

$3,500

Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirror, Embossed Crocodile Leather, Baughman for Coggin

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Stamford, CT

Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirror, Embossed Crocodile Leather, Baughman for Coggin Milo Baughman (1925-2003) for Thayer Coggin large silver leaf over embossed crocodile leather mirror....

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Milo Baughman Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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Silver Leaf

Mid Century Brass Wall Mirror with Starburst Motif, 1960s

$2,080Sale Price|35% Off

H 49.5 in W 21.25 in D 0.75 in

Mid Century Brass Wall Mirror with Starburst Motif, 1960s

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A 1960s mid-century modern wall mirror in rectangular form comprising a segmented brass frame with the top glass bearing a sunburst motif. Clean and understated, it works beautifully...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Milo Baughman Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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Brass

Murano Periwinkle Glass and Brass Mid-Century Wall Mirror, 2020

$4,067

H 32.68 in W 39.38 in D 1.97 in

Murano Periwinkle Glass and Brass Mid-Century Wall Mirror, 2020

Located in Roma, Lazio

A strong periwinkle frame, reach the eye of the beholder, leaving him entranced; of Murano periwinkle art glass wall mirror. Beautifully shaped and o...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Heywood Wakefield Champagne Mirror

$895

H 52 in W 35 in D 2 in

Mid-Century Modern Heywood Wakefield Champagne Mirror

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Wilmington, DE

Offered is a large vintage Mid-Century Modern mirror by Heywood Wakefield. It has a wood frame with a Champagne finish. It is in good condition for its age, shows some age wear inclu...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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Wood

Murano Periwinkle Glass and Brass Mid-Century Wall Mirror, 1990

$1,743

H 23.63 in W 12.21 in D 1.97 in

Murano Periwinkle Glass and Brass Mid-Century Wall Mirror, 1990

Located in Roma, Lazio

A strong periwinkle frame, reach the eye of the beholder, leaving him entranced; of Murano periwinkle art glass wall mirror. Beautifully shaped and of excellent size, the wall mirror...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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Brass

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Rosewood Wall Mirror 1975c.

$4,800

H 36 in W 63 in D 1.5 in

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Rosewood Wall Mirror 1975c.

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Chicago, IL

Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Rosewood Wall Mirror 1975c. A striking and substantial Mid-Century Modern mirror designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. This vintage piece featu...

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1970s American Vintage Milo Baughman Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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Rosewood

Murano Gold Color Glass and Brass Mid-Century Console / Wall Mirror, 2020

$5,230

H 47.25 in W 31.5 in D 1.97 in

Murano Gold Color Glass and Brass Mid-Century Console / Wall Mirror, 2020

Located in Roma, Lazio

A strong gold color frame, reach the eye of the beholder, leaving him entranced; of Murano gold art glass wall mirror. Beautifully shaped and of excellent size, the wall mirror is a real design object. The structure of the wall mirror is in wood, where the gold color Murano glass is housed. The frame of the mirror is made up of a series of bricks, positioned one next to the other. The bricks...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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Mirror, Murano Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Giltwood Oval Mirror by La Barge

$1,100

H 48 in W 20.5 in D 2.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Giltwood Oval Mirror by La Barge

By La Barge

Located in Rochester, NY

Vintage gitwood oval wall mirror by La Barge. Original gilding with areas of exposed red bole.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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Mirror, Giltwood

Vintage Modern Rosewood Large Mirror by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

$3,495

H 63 in W 36 in D 2 in

Vintage Modern Rosewood Large Mirror by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in Topeka, KS

Fabulous vintage modern large mirror by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Comprised of gorgeous rosewood veneer and mirror glass with beveled edges. Beautiful condition, keeping in mi...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Milo Baughman Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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Mirror, Rosewood

Italian Large Mid-Century Vintage Wall Mirror with Original Brass Frame, 1970s

$2,556

H 28.55 in W 19.3 in D 0.99 in

Italian Large Mid-Century Vintage Wall Mirror with Original Brass Frame, 1970s

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Italian Large Mid-Century Vintage Wall Mirror with Original Brass Frame, 1970s Beautiful and elegant, large vintage wall mirror with solid shiny brass frame and crystal mirror glass...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Milo Baughman Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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Brass

1960s Spanish Bamboo Rattan Rectangular Mirror, Mid-Century Modern

$1,999Sale Price|20% Off

H 26.38 in W 21.66 in D 1.97 in

1960s Spanish Bamboo Rattan Rectangular Mirror, Mid-Century Modern

Located in Barcelona, ES

Rectangular wall mirror, bamboo, rattan Eye-catching rectangular mirror handcrafted with thick rattan cane. Spain, 1960s. Rectangular frame made of rattan with rounded corners. Wicke...

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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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Bamboo, Rattan, Mirror

Handsome Paul Evans Cityscape Mirror and Console Chrome Mid-Century Modern

$3,080Sale Price|20% Off

H 46 in W 36 in D 8.5 in

Handsome Paul Evans Cityscape Mirror and Console Chrome Mid-Century Modern

By Paul Evans

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Paul Evans Cityscape Series chrome console and mirror. This piece measures 46"t x 36"w x 8.5"d.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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Chrome

Murano Periwinkle Glass and Brass Mid-Century Wall Mirror, 1990

$1,743

H 23.63 in W 12.21 in D 1.97 in

Murano Periwinkle Glass and Brass Mid-Century Wall Mirror, 1990

Located in Roma, Lazio

A strong periwinkle frame, reach the eye of the beholder, leaving him entranced; of Murano periwinkle art glass wall mirror. Beautifully shaped and of excellent size, the wall mirror...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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Brass

Milo Baughman pier mirrors and console mirrors for sale on 1stDibs.

Milo Baughman pier mirrors and console mirrors are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of silver and are designed with extraordinary care. Many of the original pier mirrors and console mirrors by Milo Baughman were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 1970s. Prices for Milo Baughman pier mirrors and console mirrors can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $3,500 and can go as high as $3,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,500.

Questions About Milo Baughman Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors

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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.