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.
CraftAssociates Credenza, Milo Baughman Credenza, Walnut
By Craft Associates, Milo Baughman
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Credenza, Milo Baughman Credenza, Walnut The Milo Baughman Walnut Sideboard for Craft Associates® Furniture is expertly crafted. This piece can be customized in size...
Wood, Walnut
1970s Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burl Credenza
By Milo Baughman
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
Extremely well cared for in its original factory finish. Cabinet is finished with Burl veneer on all sides, chrome is in perfect condition. No pitting or rust. No label present. ...
Chrome
Milo Baughman Book Matched Rosewood Sideboard
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Dallas, TX
A dramatic book matched rosewood sideboard by Milo Baughman. This sideboard has three doors, two of which open to reveal a shelf with plenty of storage. One door opens to four drawer...
Chrome
Milo Baughman Dramatic Burled Olivewood Sideboard on Chrome Base
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Dallas, TX
Elevate your interior with this dramatic and beautifully book matched burled olivewood sideboard by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. The cabinet features four doors with two utility ...
Chrome
Milo Baughman Sideboard for Glenn of California c. 1955
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Milo Baughman Sideboard for Glenn of California, 1955 Model 1632 Restored walnut sideboard featuring a long drawer beneath a tambour-style garage door that opens and hides for maximu...
Grasscloth, Walnut
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Lacquer and Brass Credenza
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sleek Milo Baughman black lacquered credenza or sideboard with tall brass slab legs made by Thayer Coggin in the 1970s. Elegant Modern profile. The look is powerful and upscale. Blac...
Brass
Milo Baughman for Glenn of California Midcentury Credenza, Pair
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Glenn of California midcentury Credenza - Pair Each credenza measures: 48 wide x 18 deep x 32.75 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we cal...
Wood
Milo Baughman Bench and Buffet for Glenn of California
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Lynn, MA
Rare modular designed by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California. The set consists of item no. 281 bench with optional wood turned legs and item no. 1681 buffet. The set can be arran...
Maple, Walnut
Handsome Milo Baughman Credenza Cabinet Sideboard for Glenn Of California
By Glenn of California, Dunbar Furniture, Milo Baughman, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Handsome Milo Baughman Credenza Cabinet Sideboard for Glenn Of California. A nice understated well crafted mid century design. Beautiful Wood Grain. This will look gorgeous once ref...
Wood
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Black Lacquer Sideboard
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
One of his iconic designs, a restored in black lacquer sideboard by Milo Baughman. Sideboard features a floating case piece that includes three doors with shelving and silverware storage...
Chrome
Vintage Exotic Wood Sideboard Cabinet by Milo Baughman for Directional
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
A Vintage Exotic wood sideboard cabinet by Milo Baughman for Directional. One of the doors needs an adjustment to properly close and open. so...
Wood
Thayer Coggin Milo Baughman 2 Door Yew Wood Liquor Cabinet Bar MINT
By Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Thayer Coggin Milo Baughman 2 Door Yew Wood Liquor Cabinet Bar MINT
Yew
Milo Baughman for Glenn of California Midcentury Credenza
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Glenn of California midcentury Credenza This credenza measures: 48 wide x 18 deep x 32.75 inches high All pieces of furn...
Wood
$4,500
H 32.5 in W 65 in D 18 in
California Modern Walnut Dresser with Tulip Style Pulls by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
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...
Steel
$1,095
H 21 in W 32.75 in D 18 in
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza/Bookcase by Milo Baughman
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage desig...
Walnut
$4,950
H 30 in W 80.25 in D 19.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Sideboard / Dresser, Burlwood, Chrome
By Milo Baughman
Located in Manhasset, NY
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Sideboard / Dresser, Burlwood, Chrome Gorgeous mid-century dresser or sideboard designed and produced in the United States, circa 1980s. This piece is made of burlwood with chrome accents and details. Very decorative square patchwork wood...
Chrome
$5,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 71 in W 54 in D 20 in
Rare Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burl Chrome Armoire Wardrobe Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Rare Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin burl and chrome armoire/wardrobe. This piece is very rare and hard to find, this is the 1st time we have ever had one. It is in wonderful vintage...
Chrome
$4,245
H 66.5 in W 36 in D 18 in
Vintage Modern Rosewood & Brass Plate Wardrobe Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Topeka, KS
Phenomenal vintage modern rosewood & brass plate wardrobe or chifforobe by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Comprised of gorgeous rosewood veneer and brass plated steel bands. Beauti...
Steel, Brass
Black Lacquer and Brass Credenza/Sideboard by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
Glamorous one-of-a-kind piece designed by the great Mastercraft in Grand Rapids. Features a massive tubular brass framed body, both sides have a gentle curve. Top and sides are finis...
Brass
$5,895
H 33.5 in W 64.75 in D 18 in
Milo Baughman Multi-Color Lacquered Dresser for Glenn of California.
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
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 expe...
Wood, Walnut
$3,295
H 24.5 in W 63 in D 18 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Cream Lacquer and Chrome Dresser, 1970s
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern six-drawer dresser or chest of drawers By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, 1970s Cream lacquered wood, with chrome plinth base and accents. Meas...
Chrome
$3,200
H 29 in W 72 in D 18 in
Milo Baughman Style Lacquer and Rosewood Credenza Chrome Accents Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This credenza newly lacquered in white and having wonderfully grained three rosewood drawers and two doors that open to reveal one shelf is finished with chrome trim and stylish chro...
Rosewood
$2,720Sale Price|20% Off
H 66.5 in W 36 in D 18 in
Vintage Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Rosewood Wardrobe
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pasadena, TX
Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin rosewood wardrobe armoire 1970 design Rosewood composition with gold brass trim (Two) regular drawers, (tw...
Rosewood
$24,500
H 34 in W 72 in D 18.25 in
Exemplary Bookmatched Olivewood Credenza by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent cabinet is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. A ...
Chrome
Sold|$6,500
H 35.5 in W 72 in D 18.63 in
Mid-Century Milo Baughman Marble & Burl Wood Credenza for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Milo Baughman Marble & Burl Wood Credenza for Thayer Coggin. Overall excellent vintage condition with age appropriate wear. Credenza is completely original. No resto...
Marble, Chrome
Sold
H 22.25 in W 66 in D 12 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Patchwork Burl Wood Floating Sideboard Credenza
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern patchwork burl wood floating sideboard or credenza By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, 1970s Measures: 66"W x 12"D x 22.25"H. Table top can be a...
Burl
Milo Baughman Walnut Tambour Cabinet
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Cambridge, US
USA, ca. 1950s. A smartly designed sideboard or bureau by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California. Features walnut construction with double tambour doors. The left side opens to reveal...
Walnut
Milo Baughman Lacquered Four Door Credenza in Orange, Circa 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Peabody, MA
Four door credenza by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in an-orange high gloss lacqureed finish, circa 1970s.
Wood
Milo Baughman Lacquered Credenza with Lucite Sides, Circa 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Peabody, MA
White lacquered four door credenza with lucite side panels by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, circa 1970s. Includes ample storage space including a smoked glass bottle shelf.
Glass, Lucite, Wood
Milo Baughman Olivewood Chrome Credenza or Server by Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A beautifully book matched four door olive burlwood credenza or server floating on a polished chrome squared tubed steel base having two drawers and storage with two adjustable shelv...
Chrome
Milo Baughman Sideboard in Rosewood and Brass
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Timeless elegance in this sideboard designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. The sideboard is high-style with a beautiful rosewood finish accented with brass trim, exuding sophis...
Brass
Milo Baughman Credenza for Arch Gordon
By Milo Baughman, Arch Gordon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Milo Baughman for Arch Gordon credenza, USA, c.1950s. The cabinet features an oiled walnut frame, painted metal legs and drawer pulls, polished travertine top, and sliding doors with...
Travertine, Metal
Sold
H 30.5 in W 72.5 in D 18 in
Milo Baughman for Directional Walnut and Ebonized Sideboard, Newly Refinished
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Milo Baughman for Directional USA, 1960s Gorgeous book-matched walnut, with ebonized accents and original ...
Walnut
Sold
H 30.25 in W 72 in D 18 in
Milo Baughman for Directional Walnut and Ebonized Sideboard Credenza, Refinished
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Milo Baughman for Directional USA, 1960s Gorgeous book-matched walnut, with ebonized legs and accent...
Walnut
Burlwood & Chrome Sideboard by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burl Wood Sideboard, the rectangular top with burl wood veneer and four hinged panel doors opening to a fitted interior, raised on a squared chrome base. Dimensions: 34.75 inches high x 72 inches wide x 18 inches deep.
Chrome
MCM Milo Baughman for Lane Furniture Burl-Wood Sideboard / Credenza
By Lane Furniture, Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman for Lane Furniture Burl Olive Wood Sideboard/Credenza Exquisite MCM Milo Baughman for Lane Furniture Burl Ol...
Wood, Burl
Sold
H 34.5 in W 72 in D 18.25 in
Vintage Burl Wood and Chrome Credenza by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage burl wood and chrome credenza by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in the United States, circa 1970s. This exceptional credenza stands out for its fine finishes, show...
Chrome