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.
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
$1,875Sale Price|25% Off
H 32 in W 60 in D 36 in
Mid century modern beautiful Black leather 2 seat loveseat sofa with walnut legs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century modern beautiful Black leather 2 seat loveseat sofa with walnut legs. Beautiful Black leather that shows little signs of use but broken in nicely. Great small deep leathe...
Leather, Walnut
$3,995 / set
H 24 in W 63 in D 33 in
Pair of Chrome Framed Grey Velvet Loveseats Style of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of vintage 1970's chrome framed cantilevered loveseat sofas in the style of Milo Baughman and similar to seating groups of the period by Selig and Bernhardt's Flair division. T...
Steel, Chrome
Milo Baughman MCM Chrome Loveseat w Jack Lenor Larsen Style Fabric
By Milo Baughman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman mid century chrome base loveseat with Jack Lenor Larsen Style Fabric. This loveseat measures: 75 wide x 38 deep x 25 inches high, with a seat height of 15 and arm he...
Chrome
Fine Pair Of Custom Upholstered Loveseats
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine pair of loveseats with simple elegance, showcasing two-seat designs with gently rounded backs, plush curved arms, and skirted aprons. Fitted with two loose cushions. Upholster...
Fabric, Wood
$3,000Sale Price / set|60% Off
H 25 in W 61.5 in D 32.75 in
Pair of Chrome Framed Love Seats in the Style of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Flair
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of original vintage two seat sofas floating within chromed steel bands. In the style of Milo Baughman but actually from the Flair division of Bernhardt. Original upholstery is ...
Chrome
$4,200 / set
H 24 in W 37.5 in D 34 in
Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Swivel Chairs with Walnut Base
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Roanoke, VA
Chi, low-profile swivel tub chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin represent a timeless blend of mid-century modern aesthetics and functional design. Chairs feature warm ...
Fabric, 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
$7,500 / set
H 26.5 in W 94 in D 36 in
Pair of Milo Baughman Style Walnut Case Loveseat Sectional Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning Milo Baughman style walnut case sofa with matching loveseat. This set is in very nice vintage condition-the original fabric still looks great. There are a few minor dings to...
Upholstery, Walnut
Milo Baughman Style Mid Century Chrome Base Settee Sofa
By Milo Baughman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman style mid century chrome base settee sofa The sofa measures: 60 wide x 34.5 deep x 30 high, with a seat height of 17 inches and arm height of 21 inches We take our ph...
Chrome
$8,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 24 in W 60 in D 34 in
Magnificent Milo Baughman Rosewood Loveseat Jack Lenor Larsen Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning Milo Baughman rosewood loveseat with Jack Lenor Larsen Caravan velvet fabric. This piece is magnificent to see in person with its original Jack Lenor Larsen velvet. The upho...
Upholstery, Rosewood
Mid Century Modern "Cube" loveseat Attributed to Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century modern "Cube" sofa, attributed to Milo Baughman in the United States, circa 1970s. This loveseat has been given a new lease of life with a fresh and modern look. The bouc...
Leather, Bouclé, Walnut
$4,180
H 27 in W 60 in D 34.25 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Loveseat Jack Lenor Larsen Primavera
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Two seater loveseat designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in original Jack Lenor Larsen Primavera fabric. The channeled and flared arms hug the seat cushions. Evan arm tuxedo ...
Fabric
Tête-à-tête by Ransom Culler for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Ransom Culler
Located in Sarasota, FL
Newly reupholstered in designer cut velvet in topaz beige “Vervain Stonewaves” has a very are art deco feel. Shows as a warm yellow beige. 28”H x 64”W x 34”D x seat height is 17”
Velvet
Sold
H 24.75 in W 60 in D 34 in
Burled Olive Loveseat by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, United States
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in San Francisco, CA
This Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Case Sofa features beautifully figured olive burl sides. The wood is in very good condition, revealing its natural depth and warm tone. Upholster...
Upholstery, Burl
Mid century modern neon pink wild 1980s upholstered loveseat sofa
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century post modern 2 seat sofa with neon pink ultrasuede and wild funky 1980’s print upholstery. Sofas are made by Thayer Coggin. Very clean sofas. Ready for use. Located in Wil...
Upholstery, Ultrasuede
1970s Curved Loveseat in Jack Lenor Larsen velvet
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Toronto, CA
Curved sofas are having a new heyday, so why not capitalize on the trend with something vintage? This dramatic piece by Milo Baughman (1923 – 2003) for Thayer-Coggin brings a gracefu...
Velvet, Wood
Mid-Century Post Modern Parsons Red Velvet 2 Seat Sofa loveseat
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid-Century Post Modern 3 seat Parsons sofa designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Beautiful fully upholstered parsons loveseat with soft red velvet upholstery. Has 4 fully uph...
Upholstery, Velvet
Sold
H 24.25 in W 63.75 in D 34 in
Milo Baughman Burl Wood Cased Loveseat Sofa for Thayer Coggin, circa 1960s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Peabody, MA
Loveseat by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, featuring a burlwood case and chrome base, circa 1960s.
Chrome
Sold
H 30.25 in W 60 in D 33.5 in
Gray Settee Designed by Milo Baughman. Priced for Redo or Use As Is. Signed.
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Kansas City, MO
This is a more recent production two seat sofa / loveseat / love seat designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Light grey original fabric with walnut conical legs. Signed with bo...
Upholstery, Walnut
Walnut Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Sofa
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Oakland, CA
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Walnut frame sofa original designed in 1963, newly upholstered in an off-white fabric with button tufted backrest and three seat cushions. Floor model...
Fabric, Walnut
Sold
H 28.75 in W 59.5 in D 34.5 in
Modern Tuxedo Love Seat Sofa by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Designer's Group
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage modern brown & orange-ish tuxedo love seat sofa on zingana wood veneer platform base by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin’s Designer’s ...
Fabric, Wood
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
Milo Baughman Satellite Chaise/Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Midcentury oversized circular chaise, cuddle style chair by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Perfect for that cozy corner. The chair needs to be reu...
Upholstery, Wood
Restored Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Loveseat in Cowhide
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
One of a kind Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin loveseat restored in Brazilian cowhide The lines, so simple. The cushions, so squishy. Brought back to life, This loveseat, so fishy. Paramount to Baughman's design philosophy was that Good Design is enduring design, and that's why we love this sofa so much. It's so enduring. Expertly restored in Brazilian palomino cowhide, with new, luxury sink...
Cowhide