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.
Milo Baughman Black Leather Fred Chaise Lounge Chair for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
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...
Steel
1970s Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Swivel Chaise in Mongolian Sheepskin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Miami, FL
An exceptional 1970s swivel chaise designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, newly restored and reimagined by Casa de Barcelona in a plush Mongolian sheepskin. Baughman’s elongate...
Gold Plate
Post Modern Chaise Lounge by Thayer Coggin att. to Milo Baughman c 1980/90's
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Postmodern, Hollywood Regency style upholstered chaise lounge, made by Thayer Coggin, design attributed to Milo Baughman circa 1980/90's. The chaise features an asymmet...
Upholstery
Milo Baughman for Thayer-Coggin 1980's One Arm Chaise Lounge - Down Cushions
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in St. Louis, MO
1980s Post Modern design by Milo Baughman for Thayer-Coggin , one arm chaise fully upholstered in original plum linen, with comfy down cushions on four minimal rectangular wood feet....
Upholstery, Down
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
$5,200 / set
H 33 in W 24 in D 24 in
Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Cantilever Dining Lounge Chairs Barbara Barry Boucle
By Barbara Barry, Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Set of four signed Milo Baughman sculptural cantilever dining arm chairs newly professionally re-upholstered with very soft and textural high end luxury curly boucle fabric by Barbar...
Metal
$7,900 / set
H 30.5 in W 28.5 in D 31.5 in
Original Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Swivel and Tilt Scoop Chairs 1970's
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. Rare to find time capsules with or...
Upholstery, Walnut
Oversized Milo Baughman Round Circular Chaise "Satellite" Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Buffalo, NY
We have for your consideration a vintage Satellite chaise lounge chair on castors.. attributed to Milo baughman This is a very large chair ma...
Fabric, Wood
$5,850 / set
H 27.5 in W 28.38 in D 31 in
Pair Of Milo Baughman For Thayer Coggin Chrome Lounge Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of Milo Baughman For Thayer Coggin Chrome Lounge Chairs. This gorgeous pair of mid century modern chrome flat bar lounge chairs retain the original tags as pictured and date to ...
Chrome
The "Giant Swivel Tub Chair" By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Giant Swivel Tub Chair was originally designed by Milo Baughman in 1965. Manufactured by Thayer Coggin this beautiful piece is accompanied by a matching ottoman. The Giant Swivel...
Upholstery
Milo Baughman Tuxedo Sofa for Thayer Coggin c. 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A chocolate brown 1970s sofa designed by one of the most iconic Mid Century Modern Designers Milo Baughman and made by Thayer Coggin. Modern....
Upholstery, Wood
$2,400
H 42 in W 28.5 in D 32 in
Mid-Century Modern Reclining Lounge Chair by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Elegant vintage reclining lounge chair designed by renowned American designer Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, circa 1960s. The chair showcases Baughman’s signature combination of sc...
Fabric, Ash
Post-Modern Chaise Longue By Weiman
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin, Directional, Weiman
Located in Houston, TX
Post-Modern Chaise Longue By Weiman. This stunning postmodern chaise made by Weiman and was inspired by the designs of cloud series. Great size that could be used as a sofa, chaise ...
Bouclé, Wood
$1,800
H 29 in W 29 in D 32 in
Mid Century Modern Lounge Chair by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, Model 951
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Mid Century Modern Lounge Chair — Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, Model 951 (2013) This iconic Mid Century Modern lounge chair, designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, is the ...
Nickel
$6,495 / set
H 31 in W 25 in D 28 in
Vintage Stainless Steel "Z" Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A stunning pair of vintage lounge chairs designed by legendary modernist Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in the 1970s. These iconic pieces exemplify Baughman’s innovative approach to...
Stainless Steel, Chrome
$5,195 / set
H 28.25 in W 33 in D 30 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 28.25 wide x 30 deep x 33 high, with a seat height of 17.25 and arm height/chair clearan...
Upholstery, Walnut
1970s Chrome Clad Sofa by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Dressed in beautiful deep plum mohair, this incredible steel clad sofa by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin is a true classic. The tufting and mirrored chrome finish make this piece a...
Chrome
Milo Baughman Satellite Chaise Lounge in Boucle and Walnut, C. 1970s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Westport, CT
An iconic Satellite chaise lounge by Milo Baughman, dating to the 1970s, this sculptural piece captures the effortless elegance of mid-century modern design. Fully restored from the ...
Bouclé, Walnut
$2,794
H 30.5 in W 25 in D 28 in
Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin 1969 Chrome Upholstered Tank Lounge Cantilever Chair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Thiensville, WI
Designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Inc., in High Point, North Carolina. Date of manufacturing / order date listed on chair is "7/30/69". Architectural heavy flat bar chrome steel frame. Design features hidden chrome seat support bars to enhance illusion of floating seat. Deep, wide seat offers a subtle inclined design. Original tufted brown polished leather-like (synthetic blend) upholstery with matching upholstered arm cushions / accents at top of each arm rest. Upholstery has a somewhat polished / shiny appearance with variations in brown tones that blend well with any color palette. Solid, intact and a great useable Mid-Century Modern piece as an accent chair; for the home or office. Measurements: (Close approximate measurements noted below. Additional measurements upon request) Height : 30.5" (from base to top of back cushion) Width : 25" (from left edge of armrest to right edge of armrest) Depth : 28" (from back edge of frame to front edge of seat cushion) Seat Height : Approximately 17.5" at front and gradually declines to approximately 16.5" at back. Seat Depth : 20" (front edge of cushion to back) Seat Width : Approximately 22" (left to right) Back Cushion Height : Approximately 14.5" (from seat to top of back). Materials : Exterior cushion...
Chrome
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Lounge Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Denton, TX
A very rare pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin lounge chairs. These are an earlier model that include the original labels. These chairs have been restored in a faux teddy bear i...
Walnut
Sold
H 35 in W 39.5 in D 39 in
Vintage Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Boldido Red Fabric Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A vintage Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin "Boldido" lounge chair and ottoman. This stunning lounge set is a carefully crafted postmodern lounge chair featuring a oversized design wit...
Metal
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Serpentine Chaise
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century chaise lounge rocker in ribbed cream upholstery on a chrome rocking swivel base. Designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Reupholstery recommended. Milo Baughman (19...
Upholstery
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Serpentine Chaise
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century chaise lounge rocker in textured cream upholstery on a chrome rocking swivel base. Designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Reupholstery recommended. Milo Baughman (...
Upholstery
Milo Baughman Black Leather Fred Chaise Lounge Chair for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Southampton, NJ
Believed to be one of Milo Baughman's original design proposals to Thayer Coggin during their initial meeting in 1953, the Fred chaise is a visionary, midc...
Aluminum
Milo Baughman Tub Chaise 1995
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Chicago, IL
Milo Baughman tub chaise, circa 1995. Professionally restored and reupholstered in Holly Hunt “Teddy” (burnt orange) alpaca-wool. Details - Designer: Milo Baughman - Date: c. 1995 - ...
Wool
Sold
H 33 in W 74 in D 25 in
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 "Fred" Chaise Lounge, Thayer Coggin, 1960s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Raleigh, NC
Vintage Milo Baughman "Fred" Chaise lounge with new curly boucle upholstery. Sleek and architectural with inviting stance and comfortable lounge position and attached head pillow.
Steel
Sold
H 30 in W 60 in D 24 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Rocking Wave Chaise Lounge Chair on Oval Chrome
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin rocking wave chaise lounge chair on oval chrome base. Pink microsuede upholstery with original labels. Measures: 60" wide 24 inches deep 33" heig...
Upholstery
Milo Baughman Chaise Lounge for Thayer Coggin, Ivory, Black, Daybed
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Miami, FL
Original Milo Baughman Chaise for Thayer Coggin, recently reupholstered in beautiful ivory fabric, base has a black finish. Ready for a new home.
Metal
Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin circa 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
Rare scoop form lounge chair and ottoman designed by Milo Baughman, produced by Thayer Coggin, circa 1970's. The chair is upholstered in faux leather vinyl, with button tufted surfac...
Upholstery
Milo Baughman Burnt Orange Fred Chaise Lounge for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Miami, FL
Burnt orange ultra suede fabric chaise lounge on gray powder coated base designed by Milo Baughman in 1953 and produced by Thayer Coggin, circa 1970s.
Steel
Milo Baughman Chaise Longue
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is what many consider the holy grail of Milo Baughman designs in all-original museum quality condition featuring its original 1960s faux fur shag upholstery, s...
Steel
Milo Baughman For Thayer Coggin Swivel ‘Wave’ Chaise Lounge
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Southampton, NJ
Milo baughman for Thayer Coggin swiveling ‘Wave’ Chaise Lounge in "Royale Chocolate" Performance Velvet. In excellent condition having new high en...
Brass
Sold
H 34 in W 25 in D 64 in
Milo Baughman “Wave” Vintage Brass 70s Chaise Lounge in New Silver Grey Velvet
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This is the most iconic and collected chase lounge designed by Milo Baughman. The shape and the engineering are amazing. It swivels and rocks. We have reupholstered it in a silver gr...
Fabric
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Leather Swivel Chaise, 1980
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin leather swivel chaise, 1980, Original pink leather.
Leather