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.
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman with Burl Tortoise Shell Credenza or Buffet
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A stately masterpiece designed by Milo Baughman in the 1970s and produced by Thayer Coggin. It features a beautiful faux tortoise shell finish. Interior is chocolate brown. Signed wi...
Wood
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Cream Lacquer and Chrome Dresser, 1970s
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern six-drawer dresser or chest of drawers By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, 1970s Cream lacquered wood, with chrome plinth base and accents. Meas...
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Burl Wood Credenza for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
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
Vintage Modern Rosewood & Brass Plate Wardrobe Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
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 Rosewood and Brass Armoire
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
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
Milo Baughman Book Matched Rosewood Sideboard
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
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
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 "Less is More II" Modular Cabinets (7)
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Hanover, MA
"The Less Is More Il modular casegood system, designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, Inc. 1981. Stack them on top of each other or place them end to end. There's no limit to th...
Wood
Pair of Modern Sage Green Display End Tables by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin
Located in North York, ON
This exceptional pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin display end tables embodies the iconic sophistication of 1970’s mid-century modern design. Their sleek, clean forms are finis...
Brass
Exemplary Bookmatched Olivewood Credenza by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent cabinet is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. A ...
Chrome
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Birdseye Maple and Brass Bedside Chests, Pair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern three-drawer nightstands or bachelor chests By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, 1970s Stunning birdseye maple, with brass plinth ba...
Brass
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Lacquer and Brass Credenza
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
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...
Brass
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Burlwood and Chrome Credenza
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Burlwood and Chrome Credenza This credenza measures: 72 wide x 18 deep x 34.75 inches high Great Vintage Condition - Very Minor Wear on ...
Chrome
1980s Modern Modular Storage System by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin 3 Pieces
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Topeka, KS
Impressive 1980’s Modern Less Is More II Collection modular casegood storage system by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin comprised of 3 off white lacquered cabinets including 1 lighted...
Brass
Milo Baughman Thayer Cogging Yew Wood Cantilever Console Chine Display Cabinet
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Milo Baughman Thayer Cogging Yew Wood Cantilever Console Chine Display Cabinet MINT
Glass, Yew
$3,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Milo Baughman For Thayer Coggin Cabinet And Shelf Units
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Pasadena, TX
A set of mid century modern furniture designed by Milo Baughman, made by Thayer Coggin: A cabinet in rosewood with two ebonized shelves and two shelf or display units with chrome re...
Chrome
SOLD 12/27/22 Milo Baughma for Thayer Coggin Mid-Century Burlwood Hanging Buffet
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin mid century burlwood hanging buffet. This hanging buffet measures: 66 wide x 12 deep x 22 inches high. All pieces ...
Burl
Milo Baughman Style Burl Wood Dresser or Credenza by Henredon
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Milo Baughman style Mid-Century Modern seven-drawer dresser or credenza By Henredon, "Scene Two" Collection USA, 1980s Burled olive wood drawer fronts, with ash case an...
Ash, Ebony, Burl
Mid-Century Teak Armoire by McIntosh Furniture
By A.H. McIntosh Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A sleek mid-century armoire by A.H. McIntosh (1960s, Scotland), crafted in warm teak veneer. With minimalist lines, subtle Scandinavian-inspired details and a practical interior (han...
Brass
Mid Century Wardrobe Armoire Chest Dresser c 1950/60's
By George Nelson
Located in New York, NY
Architectural Mid Century wardrobe, armoire, dresser, made in the USA, circa 1950/60's. This stylish cabinet features a bank of five drawers, flanked by a door which open to reveal f...
Aluminum
1970s Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burl Credenza
By Milo Baughman
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
Extremely well cared for in its original factory finish. Cabinet is finished with Burl veneer on all sides, chrome is in perfect condition. No pitting or rust. No label present. ...
Chrome
$2,240Sale Price|20% Off
H 31 in W 72 in D 18 in
Wonderful Milo Baughman style Olivewood Credenza Mid-century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning Milo Baughman style olivewood credenza made by Founders. Wonderful light olivewood with brass hardware. I do have the matching night stands...
Brass
$4,950
H 30 in W 80.25 in D 19.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Sideboard / Dresser, Burlwood, Chrome
By Milo Baughman
Located in Manhasset, NY
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Sideboard / Dresser, Burlwood, Chrome Gorgeous mid-century dresser or sideboard designed and produced in the United States, circa 1980s. This piece is made of burlwood with chrome accents and details. Very decorative square patchwork wood...
Chrome
Guillerme & Chambron Wardrobe in Solid Oak
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme & Chambron for Votre Maison, armoire or wardrobe, oak, brass, France, 1960s This charming wardrobe is a good example of excellent woodworking by virtue of the graphical de...
Brass
Milo Baughman Dresser for Drexel
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Milo Baughman Manufacturer: Drexel Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern Specifications: Wood Condition This Milo Baughman dresser for Drexel is in excellent restor...
Wood
$5,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 71 in W 54 in D 20 in
Rare Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burl Chrome Armoire Wardrobe Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Rare Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin burl and chrome armoire/wardrobe. This piece is very rare and hard to find, this is the 1st time we have ever had one. It is in wonderful vintage...
Chrome
Mid Century Armoire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Mid Century Armoire Some minor scratches, sold as is 35.5W x 73H x 20D
Wood
$6,360Sale Price|20% Off
H 34 in W 66 in D 17.5 in
Magnificent Milo Baughman Olivewood Chrome Credenza Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent Milo Baughman Burled Olivewood and Chrome credenza. This piece is in wonderful vintage condition retaining its original glossy finish in very nice condition. The chrome...
Chrome
1950s Vintage Walnut Wardrobe by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag
By Stag Furniture 1, John & Sylvia Reid
Located in London, GB
A beautifully designed and extremely well made vintage walnut wardrobe by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag. This was made in England, and dates from the 1950-60’s. It was designed by John and Sylvia Reid for Stag’s C Range...
Mirror, Walnut
Mid century Olive burl credenza by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Liberty, NY
Beautiful olive burl credenza with chrome base designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. A classic design piece from the late 60's early 70's, with all book matched olive burl th...
Burl
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Burlwood Credenza
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Burlwood Credenza This credenza measures: 72 wide x 18.25 deep x 34.5 inches high Restored - Burlwood Cabinet is in Mint Condition. Chro...
Burl
Sold
H 35.5 in W 72 in D 18.63 in
Mid-Century Milo Baughman Marble & Burl Wood Credenza for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Milo Baughman Marble & Burl Wood Credenza for Thayer Coggin. Overall excellent vintage condition with age appropriate wear. Credenza is completely original. No resto...
Marble, Chrome
Milo Baughman Burl Credenza, Thayer Coggin, 1970s
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Raleigh, NC
This stunning burl credenza represents Milo Baughman's sophisticated design aesthetic executed by the renowned furniture maker Thayer Coggin. Measuring 72 inches wide, 18 inches deep, and 35 inches high, this substantial piece strikes an elegant balance between form and function while showcasing the warm, organic beauty of burl wood veneer. The credenza's most striking feature is its rich burl wood surface, where the wood's natural swirling grain patterns create an almost sculptural quality across the four door fronts. Each panel reveals the unique character of the burl, with intricate patterns and warm honey tones that shift subtly in different lighting conditions. This natural artistry is elevated by Baughman's signature chrome base, which lifts the wood cabinet with sleek, polished legs that reflect light and create visual lightness beneath the substantial wooden form. The interior layout demonstrates Baughman's thoughtful approach to practical luxury. One side features two carefully proportioned drawers specifically designed for silverware storage, with smooth-operating hardware that maintains the clean aesthetic. The opposite side offers open shelving, providing versatile storage for entertaining essentials. The chrome base exemplifies the designer's mastery of mixed materials, contrasting the warm, organic texture of the burl with cool, reflective metal. This interplay between natural and industrial elements became a hallmark of Baughman's work and epitomizes the sophisticated materialism of 1970s American design. Thayer Coggin's exceptional craftsmanship is evident throughout, from the seamless door alignment to the precision of the chrome work. The credenza's proportions make it ideal for dining room...
Steel, Chrome
Milo Baughman Burl Credenza for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in San Francisco, CA
Milo Baughman design burl credenza for Thayer Coggin U.S.A, Gorgeous highly figured burl wood case and doors on a floating chromed base. Featuring two drawers and an open bar cabinet...
Chrome
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Zebra Wood Credenza Cabinet
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Brilliant simplicity and captivating exotic materials intersect on this Milo Baughman credenza. Made by Thayer Coggin, circa 1970s. The spare form rejects decorative embellishments, ...
Zebra Wood
Sold
H 20 in W 66 in D 12 in
Vintage Burl Wood Wall-Mounted Credenza by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A gorgeous mid-century modern wall-mounted credenza, expertly designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in the United States during the 1970s. This exquisite piece is crafted from ...
Burl
Sold
H 22.25 in W 66 in D 12 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Patchwork Burl Wood Floating Sideboard Credenza
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern patchwork burl wood floating sideboard or credenza By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, 1970s Measures: 66"W x 12"D x 22.25"H. Table top can be a...
Burl
Sold
H 35.25 in W 72 in D 18 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Burlwood Chrome and Marble Credenza
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Burlwood Chrome and Marble Credenza This credenza measures: 72 wide x 18 deep x 35.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in ...
Marble, Chrome
Sold
H 38 in W 32 in D 18 in
Vintage Milo Baughman Birdseye Maple Media Cabinet Dry Bar by Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Chattanooga, TN
These lacquered, iridescent, solid birdseye maple wood cabinet is sure to make this piece the focal point of any room. One adjustable / removable solid maple shelf allows enough cle...
Metal
Milo Baughman Burl Credenza for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in San Francisco, CA
Milo Baughman design burl wood credenza for Thayer Coggin U.S.A. Newly refinished and ready to install. Gorgeous repeat on the burl veneer front, top and inside doors. Sophisticated ...
Chrome
Milo Baughman Lacquered Four Door Credenza in Orange, Circa 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Peabody, MA
Four door credenza by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in an-orange high gloss lacqureed finish, circa 1970s.
Wood