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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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Vintage Modern Rosewood Pair Cube Nightstands by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage modern rosewood pair of cube shaped nightstands by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Comprised of gorgeous rosewood veneer, brass plated steel bands, and a single ebonized drawer in each nightstand. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. There are a few chips, nicks, or dings in the wood veneer and some rust spots on the brass plated steel bands. The smaller veneer flaws were filled while larger pieces were replaced for restoration, and it looks beautiful. The bands have been professionally cleaned and we left them with their small scratches, rust spots, and age marks as we did not want to change the authenticity of the piece and honestly, we love the look of a little age patina. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1970’s. NOTE: We have matching pieces including a queen headboard, large mirror, a wardrobe, and these nightstands.  You can find them all for sale here if they are still available. Double Debonaire!!! These vintage modern cube...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture

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Steel, Brass

Vintage Modern Rosewood & Brass Plate Wardrobe Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
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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...
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Milo Baughman Chrome & Cane Square Tub Chair Blue Rust Fabric 1438 Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning vintage chrome and cane square tub chair with blue & rust fabric Model #1438 designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Stunning vin...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Thayer Coggin Furniture

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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 Thayer Coggin Furniture

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Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Environment 70 Sq White Painted Parsons Side Table
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Topeka, KS
Magnificent modern Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Environment 70 square white painted Parsons side table. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that thi...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Thayer Coggin Furniture

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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.
Questions About Thayer Coggin Furniture
  • 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
    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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