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 - Thayer Coggin Extra Large Parsons Burl Dining Table w/ 2 Leaves
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An incredible Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin extendable dining table with gorgeous burled wood grain, and with two removable inserts. Notice the luxurious and dramatic effect of the...
Burl
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid-Century Modern Dining Table, Refinished
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern double pedestal dining table By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, 1970s Stunning book-matched walnut top, with chrome slab pedestals. Measure...
Chrome
Vintage Burl Wood Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Prepare to fall in love with a dining table that defines what it means to be timeless. Designed by the legendary Milo Baughman and crafted by Thayer Coggin during the golden era of A...
Burl
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid-Century Modern Dining Table, Refinished
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern Parsons extension dining table in gorgeous book-matched burled olive wood By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, Circa 1970s Measures: 65.75"W x...
Burl
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Patchwork Burl Wood Parsons Dining Table
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern patchwork burl wood Parsons extension dining table By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, 1970s Measures: 65"W x 39"D x 28"H. Extends up to 104"W wi...
Burl
Milo Baughman Walnut Dining Room Table for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Toledo, OH
Stunning Milo Baughman dining table features burled walnut parquet design top with chrome-plated pedestal base. The table includes 2 leaves. Measures 44" deep x 29" high x 66" long w...
Chrome
Breathtaking Olivewood Extension Dining Table by Milo Baughman, circa 1975
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent dining table is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. An exceptional Parsons style extension dining table by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, circa 1975. Exquisite bookmatched olivewood veneer over solid hardwood construction. The wonderful slender table...
Hardwood, Olive
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burlwood and Chrome Dining Table, 1960
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burlwood and Chrome Dining Table, 1960s. Original no label. Measures 29” tall 78” wide 44” deep
Burl
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Milo Baughman dining table features burled walnut parquet design top with chrome-plated pedestal base. The table includes 2 leaves. Measures 44" deep x 29" high x 66" long without th...
Chrome
Breathtaking Olivewood Extension Dining Table by Milo Baughman, circa 1975
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent dining table is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready...
Hardwood, Olive
Magnificent Restored Butterfly Patterned Olivewood Dining Table by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent dining table is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. An exce...
Hardwood, Olive
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Parson Dining Table
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding Mid-Century Modern Parsons extension dining table in stunning book-matched olive ash burl wood By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, 1970s Measures: 66"W x 39"D x...
Burl
Thayer Coggin Olive Wood Dining Room Table Milo Baughman Design
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Toledo, OH
Modern Thayer Coggin patchwork inlay olive wood dining table, bow tie base with black laminate details. Two 22" skirted table leaves that are self storin...
Wood
Milo baughman for Thayer Coggin Olive Ash Burlwood Coffee table
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Lynn, MA
Large modern coffee table in Olive Ash Burlwood designed by Milo baughman for Thayer Coggin, Inc. Great wood grain patterns. Ready for use.
Burl
$11,300Sale Price|24% Off
H 15.25 in Dm 58 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Rosewood Lazy Susan Rotating Coffee Table, 1968
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This newly restored rotating Lazy-Susan cocktail table was designed by Milo Baughman and produced by Thayer Coggin in crica 1968. Featuring a stunning Rosewood top with vivid grain a...
Rosewood, Formica
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Burlwood Coffee Table
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid Century Burlwood Coffee Table This coffee table measures: 48 wide x 48 deep x 10.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we ca...
Burl
Milo Baughman for Founders Walnut Extension Dining Table
By Milo Baughman, Founders Furniture Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sometimes attributed to Milo Baughman for Founders Walnut extension dining with two leaves totally refinished about 5 years ago with aluminium trim polished. Table's dimension liste...
Aluminum
$1,600
H 19.25 in Dm 26 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Drum Form Burl Wood Side Table with Glass Top
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Milo Baughman, this table was produced by Thayer Coggin in the 1960s. Breaking down the essence of tables, this model opts for a simple cylindrical base wrapped in a beau...
Glass, Wood, Burl
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Ash Burl & Travertine Drum Coffee Table
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Milo Baughman and produced by Thayer Coggin, this table features a hardwood interior frame wrapped in a highly figured and carefully selected Ash burl veneer. This table ...
Travertine, Marble
$2,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 16 in W 36 in D 36 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burl Wood Parsons Coffee Table, 1970's
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking 1970s square coffee table designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Crafted in rich, bookmatched olive ash burl wood with clean, minimalist Parsons-style lines, this ta...
Burl
Mid Century Walnut Dining Table by Milo Baughman
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Stunning Mid century dining table by Milo Baughman for Directional. Beautiful walnut top and matching walnut base. The perfect minimalist dining table. Lines don't get much cleaner. ...
Walnut
$1,840Sale Price|42% Off
H 21.5 in W 30 in D 30 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin MCM Burl & Chome Coffee, Cocktail Table
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Plainview, NY
Designed by the renowned American furniture designer Milo Baughman (1923-2003) for Thayer Coggin, this Mid-Century Modern coffee table is a testament to timeless mid Century modern design sophistication. Its sleek chrome pedestal base elegantly supports a square top meticulously fashioned from exquisite burl veneer, showcasing a captivating contrast of textures. Baughman's signature clean lines and precise silhouette lend an air of modernity and versatility, making this piece an ideal choice for those who appreciate authentic mid-century modern design charm. About the designer : Milo Ray Baughman, Jr. (October 7...
Chrome
$1,595 / set
H 20.25 in W 32.25 in D 32.25 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid-Century Modern Parsons Side Tables, Pair
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish pair of Mid-Century Modern white laminate Parsons side tables By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, Circa 1970s Each measures: 32.25"W x 32.25"D x 20.25"H. ...
Laminate, Wood
Milo Baughman For Directional Dining Table
By Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 1960's Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman designed for Directional dining table with two leaves, fully restored with minor wear and patina due to age and use. Length withou...
Oak, Rosewood, Walnut
$5,985
H 30.25 in W 100.13 in D 40.25 in
Mid-Century Burl Wood Parsons Dining Table in the Style of Milo Baughman
Located in Baltimore, MD
Impressive Mid-Century modern, faux burled olive ash wood, expandable Parsons dining table in the style of Milo Baughman. Beautiful burl laminate veneer wraps around the entire table...
Burl
Sold
H 28.75 in W 110 in D 39 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid-Century Modern Dining Table, Refinished
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding Mid-Century Modern Parsons extension dining table in stunning book-matched olive ash burl wood By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, 1970s Measures: 66"W x 39"D x...
Burl
Sold
H 28.5 in W 110 in D 36 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Olive Burlwood & Chrome Dining Table w/ 2 Leaves
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
A showstopping blend of sophistication and modernist glamour, this rare dining table by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin (circa 1970s) makes a bold statement in any interior. The expa...
Chrome
Mid-Century Burl Wood Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A stunning mid-century modern dining table, a remarkable piece designed by the one and only Milo Baughman and expertly manufactured by Thayer Coggin in the United States during the 1...
Burl
Sold
H 29.38 in W 110 in D 44 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burl Wood and Chrome Pedestal Dining Table
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern pedestal extension dining table By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, 1970s Patchwork burled walnut top, with chrome pedestal base. Measures: ...
Chrome
Sold
H 29.75 in W 66 in D 39 in
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Burl Wood Chrome Expandable Dining Table, 1970s
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Stafford, TX
Beautiful burl wood dining table, on chrome legs, designed by Milo Baughman, circa the 1970s. Includes two leaves. In very good condition. The dimensions are: With both leafs 110", w...
Chrome
Sold
H 28 in W 110 in D 39 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Parsons Table
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding Mid-Century Modern Parsons extension dining table in stunning book-matched olive ash burl wood By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, 1970s Measures: 66"W x 39"D x...
Burl
Milo Baughman Burlwood Dining Table
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman, (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in Cambridge, US
USA, ca. 1970s. A stunning dining table by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Features classic Parsons style design in dramatic burled olive wood. Includes two removable 22” leaves tha...
Olive, Burl
Sold
H 20 in W 40 in D 40 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Post Modern 80s Lacquered Dinette Game Table
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A post modern, super cool, super chic Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Memphis style table. The table is a very classic Memphis style table with a square shape, angular legs, a black ...
Lacquer
Sold
H 28 in W 122.25 in D 40 in
Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Dining Table in Parquetry Oak & Chrome with 2 Leaves
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed in the late 1960s by Milo Baughman, this table was made by Thayer Coggin. Since then, this design has been copied and thousands of contemporary versions have been produced. ...
Chrome
Milo Baughman Olivewood Extension Dining Table
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Milo Baughman Olivewood Extension Dining Table
Wood
Milo Baughman Burlwood Table
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Though this table was intended to extend, we do not have any additional leaves. There is also some wear to the surface of the table and some chips present on the legs
Burl
Sold
H 29.25 in W 39 in D 88 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burlwood Chrome Expandable Dining Table
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin burlwood and chrome expandable dining table. A stunning mid century modern dining table featuring a fantastic ...
Burl