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.
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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
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 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
$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
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
$4,245
H 66.5 in W 36 in D 18 in
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
Black Lacquer and Brass Credenza/Sideboard by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Dallas, TX
Glamorous one-of-a-kind piece designed by the great Mastercraft in Grand Rapids. Features a massive tubular brass framed body, both sides have a gentle curve. Top and sides are finis...
Brass
$3,295
H 24.5 in W 63 in D 18 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Cream Lacquer and Chrome Dresser, 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
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
$3,200
H 29 in W 72 in D 18 in
Milo Baughman Style Lacquer and Rosewood Credenza Chrome Accents Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This credenza newly lacquered in white and having wonderfully grained three rosewood drawers and two doors that open to reveal one shelf is finished with chrome trim and stylish chro...
Rosewood
$24,500
H 34 in W 72 in D 18.25 in
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
$7,900
H 34.5 in W 72 in D 18 in
Milo Baughman Book Matched Olivewood Burl Wood Credenza for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman
Located in Toledo, OH
Milo Baughman book matched olivewood burl wood credenza. circa 1970s, Mid-Century Modern Period. 4 Door credenza on square chrome tubular base. Fitted interior with 2 silver drawers ...
Chrome
$4,995
H 32.38 in W 67.75 in D 18 in
Milo Baughman Style Burl Wood Sideboard, Credenza, or Bar Cabinet, Refinished
By Milo Baughman, Lane Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet In the manner of Milo Baughman By Lane Furniture USA, 1970s Beautiful book-matched burled olive wood, with ash w...
Ash, Burl
$5,900
H 33.5 in W 66 in D 17.5 in
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
Milo Baughman Designed Sideboard for Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern sideboard with bi-fold doors, matte black base, and matching black exposed hinges. Designed for Directional by Milo Baughman, and manufactured by Johnson Furniture...
Walnut
$5,195
H 66.5 in W 36 in D 18 in
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
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
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
Milo Baughman Lacquered Credenza with Lucite Sides, Circa 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Peabody, MA
White lacquered four door credenza with lucite side panels by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, circa 1970s. Includes ample storage space including a smoked glass bottle shelf.
Glass, Lucite, Wood
Burlwood & Chrome Sideboard by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burl Wood Sideboard, the rectangular top with burl wood veneer and four hinged panel doors opening to a fitted interior, raised on a squared chrome base. Dimensions: 34.75 inches high x 72 inches wide x 18 inches deep.
Chrome
Sold
H 34.5 in W 72 in D 18.25 in
Vintage Burl Wood and Chrome Credenza by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage burl wood and chrome credenza by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in the United States, circa 1970s. This exceptional credenza stands out for its fine finishes, show...
Chrome
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Lacquer and Lucite Credenza
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Denton, TX
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Lacquer and Lucite credenza. Refinished in pure satin white lacquer, held up by transparent luc...
Lucite, Wood, Acrylic, Paint
Milo Baughman Lucite Leg Credenza
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Highland, IN
A strikingly beautiful minimalist design by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, this credenza has a two-door cabinet in ivory lacquer suspended by legs of smoked lucite. Interior featur...
Lucite, Wood
Milo Baughman Mirrored Sideboard Buffet Console by Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in North York, ON
Milo Baughman Mirrored Sideboard Buffet Console by Thayer Coggin. Original Milo Baughman design by Thayer Coggin, America circa 1970's. Rare wave etche...
Metal
1980’s Milo Baughman Burled Walnut Sideboard
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for an exceptional 1980’s Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burled Walnut Sideboard. Featuring a chrome base, a burled two tone w...
Chrome
Milo Baughman Dramatic Burled Olivewood Sideboard on Chrome Base
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Dallas, TX
Dramatic and beautifully book matched burled olivewood sideboard by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. The cabinet features four doors with two utili...
Chrome
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burl Wood Credenza
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Denton, TX
Burl wood covered credenza a top sturdy chrome legs that give this the appearance of floating above the floor. Interior has all the original drawers and shelves including one smoked ...
Chrome
Vintage Burl Wood and Calacatta Marble Credenza by Milo Baughman
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage burl wood and chrome credenza by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in the United States, circa 1970s. This exceptional credenza stands out for its fine finishes, show...
Marble, Chrome