Thayer Coggin Furniture
Few friendships last a lifetime, but Milo Baughman (1923–2003) and Thayer Coggin (1922–2003) were united by their desire to craft American furniture with timeless heirloom appeal. Today vintage Thayer Coggin sofas, coffee tables, alluring chrome-framed chairs and other furnishings are recognized as masterpieces of good design and remain highly sought after by collectors near and far.
Having both served in the military during World War II and coming from humble backgrounds — Coggin from Denton, North Carolina, and Baughman from Goodland, Kansas (but raised in California) — they shared a passion for simple, modern design in home furnishings. In 1953, after showing his prescient designs to a number of companies (who turned him down) in the furniture center of High Point, North Carolina, Baughman decided to pay a last-minute visit to Coggin, who had just founded his eponymous brand. After a nearly hour-long meeting in which Coggin shot out of his seat exclaiming he had never seen anything like Baughman's work, the two men shook hands. They would be friends and collaborators for the next 50 years.
Coggin let Baughman pursue his singular vision, while the Thayer Coggin company benefited from its close relationship with the ever more prominent Baughman, the manufacturer’s lead designer and an architect of California modernism who also collaborated with Drexel Furniture, Glenn of California and others during his career.
In 1968, New York Times critic Rita Reif hailed Baughman’s work for its elegance and sophistication. “With this furniture,” she wrote of his new collection, Environment 70 produced by Thayer Coggin, “who needs a decorator?” Baughman’s name became synonymous with sleekly modern, comfortable furniture the whole family could enjoy — stylish seating upholstered with impossibly cozy bouclé fabric and dashing case pieces that reflected the venturesome sensibility associated with mid-century modernism as well as the functionality of the Bauhaus.
Although its founder died in 2003, Thayer Coggin remains an esteemed family-run brand in High Point. Each item of furniture is bench-made by a single craftsperson to ensure “continuity among related pieces,” the company says, and comes in a vast array of upholstery fabrics, wood and metal finishes. Like the friendship that defined it, Thayer Coggin furniture is built to last.
Find a unique collection of new and vintage Thayer Coggin furniture today on 1stDibs.
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Set of 6 Thayer Coggin Dining Chairs by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Absolutely stunning set of six square chrome tubular dining chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Set consists of four high back side chairs and two low arm chairs...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
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Chrome
Milo Baughman Highback Swivel Lounge
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Oakland, CA
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin high-back swivel lounge chair in blue cut velvet upholstery.
Originally designed in 1967 by Milo Baughman, this swivel chair is a midcentury modern c...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Thayer Coggin Furniture
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Fabric
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Chrome Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a vintage set of 4 Mid-Century Modern dining chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. These beautiful chairs have chrome framed bases and original Velvet geometric uphol...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Thayer Coggin Furniture
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Chrome
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...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
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Brass
1970s Vintage Chrome Dining Chairs by Milo Buaghman for Thayer Coggin - Set of 6
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage chrome dining chairs designed by Milo Baughman and manufactured by Thayer Coggin in the United States circa 1970s. These dining ch...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Milo Baughman - Thayer Coggin Swivel Barrel Lounge Chair Glossy Black Laminate
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, this sexy chair is an absolutely iconic design. Theglossy black laminate backing is clean and bright and comple...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
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Upholstery, Laminate
Milo Baughman Black Leather Fred Chaise Lounge Chair for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Milo Baughman “Fred” chaise lounge chair for Thayer Coggin in black leather on a brushed stainless steel base. This was one of Milo Baughman’s initial desi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Steel
Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Curved Black Leather and Wood Ottomans
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century ottomans with curved black leather cushions supported by a circular wooden base. (MILO BAUGHMAN FOR THAYER COGGIN)(PRICED AS PAIR)
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Thayer Coggin Furniture
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Leather, Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Rosewood and Black Lacquer End Tables by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of rosewood and black lacquer end tables, designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, American, circa 1960s. They are a versatile size and can be used as side or end tables in ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
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Rosewood, Wood
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Black and Rosewood Wrapped Horseshoe Lounge / Ar
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century horseshoe-form lounge / armchair with black textured fabric upholstery with removable seat cushion and a rosewood wrap around the back of the chair. (MILO BAUGHM...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Thayer Coggin Furniture
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Wood, Fabric, Rosewood, Upholstery
Pair of Thayer Coggin Dark Crimson Scoop Lounge / Armchairs
By Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century Thayer Coggin scoop-form armchairs with dark crimson crushed velvet button tufted upholstery and think square tube chrome frames.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Vintage Thayer Coggin Directional Black Velvet Sectional Sofa
By Thayer Coggin
Located in North York, ON
Vintage Thayer Coggin directional black velvet sectional sofa. Masterfully restored by the artisans at Carrocel in a luxurious black velvet...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
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Velvet, Wood
Stunning 6 Piece Milo Baughman Sectional Pit Group by Thayer Coggin circa 1980
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
For your consideration we are excited to offer this extremely rare and original sectional pit group designed by Milo Baughman and built by Thayer Coggin. Thi...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Laminate
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Biomorphic Sectional Sofa, 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in View Park, CA
An extraordinarily rare serpentine biomorphic four-piece sectional sofa by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin circa 1970. Thick chrome base lines the under-edge of sofa; fabric is a sum...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Stainless Steel "Z" Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman, 2 Pairs Available
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning vintage stainless steel lounge chairs designed by the iconic designer Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in the United States, circa 1970s. These chairs have an innovative and ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
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Stainless Steel, Chrome
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Black Lacquer and Brass Nightstands
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin mid century black lacquer and brass nightstands - pair
Each nightstand measures: 32 wide x 18 deep x 26 inches high
All pieces of furniture can ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Brass
Postmodern Chair by Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
Dramatic form Postmodern chair by Thayer Coggin. This example is in original condition, the fabric has a couple of spots and stains, normal and consis...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Brass Swivel Lounge Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful pair of swivel chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, circa 1960's. The classic tub chairs are a timeless design and remains as relevant as ever. Features a ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Brass
Gorgeous Pair of Green Milo Baughman Tilt and Swivel Lounge Brass Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Dallas, TX
This pair of modern chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin from the 1980s. These chairs are reminiscent of open scallop shells, the s...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair Milo Baughman Brass Barrel Back Chairs, Restored
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Dallas, TX
This stunning pair of heirloom quality barrel chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Super high style, swivel chairs recovered in luxurious brown velvet that contrasts beautifull...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Milo Baughman Chrome and Black Vinyl Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
4 Ameican Mid-century black vinyl and chrome frame scoop dining chairs (MILO BAUGHMAN for THAYER COGGIN) (priced each).
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Chrome T Back Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Baltimore, MD
Stunning Mid-Century Modern T-back lounge chair designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, circa 1970s. This gorgeous club chair, known for its floating cube look, is newly upholst...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Milo Baughman Black Tufted Leather Lounge Chair Flat Chrome Thayer Coggin, 1960s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Fabulous modern midcentury tufted lounge chair designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in the United States, circa 1960s. Lounge chair features a flat bar chrome steel frame. Fre...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Set of four Milo Baughman Thin-Line Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Miami, FL
Iconic thin-line dining chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Milo Baughman Upholstered Lounge Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish pair of matching Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs feature timeless Milo Baughman design for Thayer Coggin. The tapered vintage walnut legs and shapely seat frames are pe...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
Thayer Coggin Black Tufted Leather Square Ottoman Modern Barcelona Style
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Thayer Coggin black tufted leather ottoman. Item details tufted leather upholstery, original label, metal legs, clean modernist lines, and quality American craftsmanship, circa 2005....
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Leather
Flat-Bar Chrome Dining Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Dallas, TX
These hard to find and highly coveted set of original flat bar dining chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, circa 1976. The chairs ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Early Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Walnut frame arm chair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
Early example of Milo Baughman design for Thayer Coggin. Solid Walnut frame supports the two loose cushions, back and seat. Very fine original condition.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
1970s Thayer Coggin Sofa Attributed to Milo Baughman with Dedar Milano Fabric
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning 1978 Thayer Coggin sofa attributed to Milo Baughman, with a cool jacquard velvet fabric by Dedar Milano. The attention to detail given on all our projects ensures the highes...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Milo Baughman Postmodernist Ionic Columns Console Table
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Chicago, IL
A Postmodernist console table from Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, with neoclassical inspiration in the form of stylized ionic Greek columns, with a lacquered faux marble top. The b...
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1970s American Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture
Materials
Iron
Thayer Coggin furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Thayer Coggin 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 Thayer Coggin furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 373 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Thayer Coggin 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 Directional, Harvey Probber, and Jens Risom. Prices for Thayer Coggin furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $199 and can go as high as $49,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,550.
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Questions About Thayer Coggin Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Milo 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, 2022One 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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