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.
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...
Mirror, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Burl Wood Credenza for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Toledo, OH
Beautiful Milo Baughman credenza for Thayer Coggin with burl wood patchwork square tiles design. This 3-door cabinet features 4 drawers, an adjustable shelf, and sits on a chrome fin...
Chrome
Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Rosewood Case Sofa Settee Two Seat 1960s Knoll
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Forest Grove, PA
Fresh from the home of the original owner, a Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Rosewood Case Sofa, fully marked. Professionally restored, the rosewood was well chosen and has wonderful...
Textile, Rosewood
$6,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
Outstanding Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin 5 Seat Sectional Sofa Walnut Table
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent Milo Baughman walnut platform 5 seat L-shaped sofa sectional. This very unusual set consist of 2 walnut platform base tables with 5 movable seat components. This set ca...
Upholstery, Walnut
Milo Baughman, Sofa, Pine, Fabric, USA, 1970s
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and light grey fabric sofa designed by Milo Baughman and produced by Thayer Coggin Inc, High Point, North Carolina, USA, c. 1970s. Vintage fabric in fair condition. Overall ...
Fabric, Pine
Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin 12 Piece Scallop Back Pit Sectional Sofa
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Dallas, TX
A super great looking sofa and super comfortable. A 12-piece Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Pit Sectional with 4 corner pieces, six armless sections and...
Upholstery
Thayer Coggin Milo Baughman Foot Stool Bench Ottoman Seat 1970s MINT!
By Thayer Coggin, Billy Baldwin, Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Thayer Coggin Milo Baughman Foot Stool Bench Ottoman Seat 1970s MINT!
Upholstery
Milo Baughman Plunging Open Back Lounge Chairs in Chocolate Brown Bouclé c. 1980
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Luxurious and blossoming pair of Milo Baughman lounge chairs with sexy curved seat backs and a barrel back with a dramatic plunging back line that showcases Milo's interpretation of ...
Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
$3,500Sale Price / set|22% Off
Set of Four Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Cantilever Chrome Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Peabody, MA
Set of four Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin cantilever arm chairs in bright polished flatbar chrome. Due to their generous size, these could serve equally well as dining chairs or a...
Chrome
Milo Baughman Cognac Leather & Chrome Lounge Chairs for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials Polished Chromed Steel, New Cognac Full-Grain Leather ________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, ...
Steel, Chrome
Thayer Coggin, Danish Modern Style, Tufted Black Leather, Lounge Chairs, 21st C.
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Stamford, CT
Thayer Coggin, Danish Modern Style, Tufted Black Leather, Lounge Chairs, USA, 21st C. Pair of Danish mid-century modern style slipper chairs produced by Thayer Coggin in North Carol...
Leather
Thayer Coggin Pisa Chrome Coffee Table
By Rick Lee, Thayer Coggin
Located in Miami, FL
Brand new and never used, this Thayer Coggin Pisa Cocktail Table is an authentic original designed by Rick Lee. Crafted in polished stainless steel, the Pisa is a sculptural, stateme...
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Vintage Modern Rosewood & Brass Plate Wardrobe Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
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
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Walnut Coffee Table Bench 98”
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Bensalem, PA
Amazing 98 inch bench by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Comes with three vintage naugahyde colorful cushions Feel free to reach out with any questions or for more additional pictures
Walnut
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Chrome Settee Loveseat Sofa
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Chrome Settee Loveseat Sofa This settee measures: 61 wide x 37.25 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 25 inches Good V...
Chrome
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Red Vinyl Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin red vinyl lounge chair. The chair has walnut legs, nice mid century modern lines, and angled tapered rear legs.
Walnut
$3,800 / set
Pair of Milo Baughman Chrome Frame Lounge Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of iconic Flat Bar Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, featuring a polished steel frame with crème fabric upholstery. Circa : 20th Century, Origin : USA Chrome in ...
Steel
Milo Baughman Dramatic Burled Olivewood Sideboard on Chrome Base
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
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 for Thayer Coggin Chrome Settee Loveseat Sofas - Pair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Chrome Settee Loveseat Sofas - Pair Each settee measures: 61 wide x 37.25 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 25 inches...
Chrome
MCM Original Milo Baughman Tuxedo Sofa & Cube Chair for Thayer Coggin- 2 Pieces
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Original Milo Baughman 3 Seat Tuxedo Sofa & Cube Chair For Thayer Coggin - 2 Piece Set Featuring a MCM vintage sofa and cube chair designed by Milo Baughman by T...
Upholstery
Milo Baughman Polished Stainless Steel Chrome Drum Side Table
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Oakland, CA
Polished Stainless Steel Drum Table designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. #1 Diameter 22 H 24 inches
Chrome
Thayer Coggin Burnt Orange Cubed Chair with Walnut Base
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Bensalem, PA
Thayer Coggin club chair in burnt orange tweed with a walnut plinth base feel free to reach out with any questions
Upholstery, Walnut
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Rosewood and Brass Armoire
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Rosewood and Brass Armoire This armoire measures: 36 wide x 18 deep x 66.5 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Wood is in Great Shape w...
Brass
$14,250 / set
Pair of Milo Baughman Flat Bar Chrome Armchairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Dallas, TX
For your consideration is a pair of Milo Baughman flat bar armchairs. Originally designed in 1966, the 951 model lounge chair is one of the most icon...
Chrome
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...
Brass
Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Mid Century Modern Platform Sofa Coffee Table Set
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare mid century modern Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin platform / sectional sofa set with coffee / side tables. Original fabric. Dimensions: Side Tables 34.5" x 34.5" x 10" h, sof...
Upholstery, Hardwood
Milo Baughman for Thayer-Coggin - Set of 8 - 1970s Chrome & Rattan Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in St. Louis, MO
Sleek Mid-Century Modern set of eight chrome & cane back side dining chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin circa 1970s. Each chair having a thin simplistic chrome frame ...
Chrome
Vintage Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Grey Leather Fred Chaise Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A vintage Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin "Fred" chaise lounge chair. The "Fred" chaise was one of the very first designs Baughman proposed to Thayer Coggin to begin their lifelong p...
Metal
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Rosewood Minimalist Coffee Table, 1970
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century (circa 1970) rectangular 'Minimalist' coffee table with a rosewood top supported on a chrome plated steel frame. (MILO BAUGHMAN FOR THAYER COGGIN)
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Milo Baughman "Case" Walnut Floating Loveseats
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Matched pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Even Arm "Case" floating loveseats. Beautiful figured walnut shells sit upon the Classic Baughman square tubed Bases. Entire line of F...
Chrome
Vintage Lounge Chair by Thayer Coggin, USA 1980's
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step back in time to the iconic 1980s with this Vintage Lounge Chair by Thayer Coggin. Made in the USA, this chair exudes retro charm with its bold red and orange hue upholstery. The...
Fabric, Wood
Milo Baughman "Scoop" Iron & Leather Lounge Chairs for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Milo Baughman "Scoop" iron & leather lounge chairs for Thayer Coggin. Materials: Solid Iron, New Full-Grain Leather, New High-Density Foam ______________________________________...
Iron
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid-Century Modern Parsons Side Tables, Pair
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish pair of Mid-Century Modern white laminate Parsons side tables By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, Circa 1970s Each measures: 32.25"W x 32.25"D x 20.25"H. ...
Laminate, Wood
$2,200Sale Price|20% Off
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burl Wood Parsons Coffee Table, 1970's
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking 1970s square coffee table designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Crafted in rich, bookmatched olive ash burl wood with clean, minimalist Parsons-style lines, this ta...
Burl
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Armchairs or Side Chairs in White
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A matching pair of armchairs designed by Milo Baughman circa 1970's. The chairs feature a thin frame construction with white naugahyde upholstery. Very clean all original condition.
Chrome
1970s Black New Upholstery Pair of Swivel Lounge Chair by Milo Baughman
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
An impressive pair of matching swivel chairs by American modernist designer Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, circa 1970's. This model chairs are a rare find. Generously scaled, origi...
Velvet, Wood
Vintage Boho Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Reclining Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning vintage Boho Reclining lounge chair. Designed by the iconic Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin and tagged below. Beautiful pale grey upholstery in pristine condition. Acquire...
Metal
$11,200Sale Price|25% Off
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Rosewood Lazy Susan Rotating Coffee Table, 1968
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This newly restored rotating Lazy-Susan cocktail table was designed by Milo Baughman and produced by Thayer Coggin in crica 1968. Featuring a stunning Rosewood top with vivid grain a...
Rosewood, Formica
1970s Pair of Mid Century Chrome Sofa by Milo Baughman
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of mid-century chrome sofas designed by Milo Baughman in the United States circa 1970s. These sofas are both stylish and functional, featuring a sleek chrome wrap-around design ...
Chrome
Vintage Brazilian Rosewood Case Sofa by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Brazilian rosewood case sofa designed by the iconic designer Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in the United States, circa 1960s. Experience timeless elegance with this stunnin...
Chrome
Milo Baughman Book Matched Rosewood Sideboard
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
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
Large Satellite Chaise By Milo Baughman For Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Houston, TX
Satellite chaise by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. This iconic sculptural satellite chaise or satellite chair upholstered in bouclé is both stunning and comfortable. Will accommoda...
Bouclé
Milo Baughman Scoop Chair - Iron Base - Thayer Coggin circa 1960s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Decatur, GA
Early Milo Baughman "Scoop" chair on wrought iron. Produced by Thayer Coggin circa late 1950s. Baughman achieved an iconic silouhette while maintaining ergonomic comfort. This examp...
Iron, Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Scalloped Back Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century scalloped back lounge chair with ottoman. Designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, circa 1970s. This piece is one modular section of a larger sofa, but could be used ...
Fabric, Velvet, Foam, Wood, Walnut
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Walnut Base Swivel Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Walnut Base Swivel Lounge Chair This chair measures: 28 wide x 31.5 deep x 30.25 high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height/chair clea...
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage mid century Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin 'Scoop' lounge chair USA 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Hastings, GB
Elegant Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin small Scoop lounge chair, USA 1970s. Slim chrome frame, original dark brown boucle upholstery (original labels intact). Some small amounts of ...
Chrome
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Swivel and Tilt Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An iconic pair of swivel and tilt chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Chairs are every bit as comfortable as they are good looking. Custom ordered without buttons and...
Upholstery, Oak
Mid Century Modern Swivel Lounge Slipper Chairs by Milo Baughman / Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A matching pair of swiveling lounge chairs designed by Milo Baughman and produced by Thayer Coggin. These feature mirror chrome disc bases and their ori...
Chrome
Milo Baughman Architectural Desk Chair in Polished Chrome 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Desk chair with sculptural polished chrome frame upholstered in black leather by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, American 1970's. This chair is beautifully crafted and very comforta...
Chrome
Set of Four Thin Line Dining Chairs by Milo Baughman, c. 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Chicago, IL
Sleek, luxurious and a touch of vintage, these mid-century dining chairs belong to the iconic "Thin Line" series by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. An original set from the early 19...
Brass
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid-Century Modern Dining Table, Refinished
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern Parsons extension dining table in gorgeous book-matched burled olive wood By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, Circa 1970s Measures: 65.75"W x...
Burl
Pair Petite Tilt Swivel Chairs by Milo Baughman. Rosewood Base. Priced for Redo!
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair (we have four available) of small / petite rocking swivel chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Rare and highly desirable design made even more rare with Brazilian...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Set of Eight Chrome Thin Line Dining Chairs by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Set of eight 1970’s ‘Thin line’ dining chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. The set consists of two arm chairs and six side chairs. Newly recovered with all new foam. The fr...
Chrome
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Cream Lacquer and Chrome Nightstands, Pair
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern nightstands, bedside chests, or side tables By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, 1970s Cream lacquered wood, with chrome plinth bases and ...
Chrome
On-3 Lounge Chair in Rosewood & Bouclé by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, 1966
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing the epitome of mid-century modern sophistication – the Milo Baughman Lounge Chair Model ON-3, lovingly restored and reupholstered in sumptuous White Boucle fabric, exclus...
Bouclé, Rosewood
$5,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Milo Baughman Cantilevered Lounge Chairs for Thayer Coggin 1970s
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Milo Baughman Cantilevered Lounge Chairs for Thayer Coggin 1970s This pair of lounge chairs feature an L-shaped cantilev...
Steel, Chrome
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Style Mid Century Chrome Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Style Mid Century Chrome Lounge Chairs - Pair Each lounge chair measures: 24.25 wide x 26 deep x 27.75 high, with a seat height of 19 and arm height/...
Chrome
Pair of 1960s Original Organic Thayer Coggin Parsons Restored Chairs
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Bensalem, PA
Classic original Thayer Coggin parsons chairs fully restored birdeye maple and upholstered in cozy boucle upholstery these chairs are extremely c...
Bouclé, Birdseye Maple
Breathtaking Olivewood Extension Dining Table by Milo Baughman, circa 1975
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent dining table is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. An exceptional Parsons style extension dining table by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, circa 1975. Exquisite bookmatched olivewood veneer over solid hardwood construction. The wonderful slender table...
Hardwood, Olive
No. 989 T-Back Cube Lounge Chair by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 2006. Full top grain leather construction with patinated brass plates frame. Designed by Milo Baughman in the 1960s.
Brass