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 Mid-Century Modern Lacquered Drum Side Table, Newly Refinished
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern white lacquered drum side table By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, Circa 1970s Measures: 21"W x 21"D x 18.5"H. Professionally refinis...
Wood, Lacquer
Milo Baughman Polished Stainless Steel Chrome Drum Side Table, 17"h
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Oakland, CA
Polished Stainless Steel Drum Table designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Diameter 24 H 17 inches
Steel, Chrome
Milo Baughman Polished Stainless Steel Chrome Drum Side Table
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Oakland, CA
Polished Stainless Steel Drum Table designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. #1 Diameter 22 H 24 inches
Chrome
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Drum Form Burl Wood Side Table with Glass Top
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
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 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
$1,800Sale Price / set|35% Off
Pair of Rosewood and Black Lacquer End Tables by Milo Baughman
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of rosewood and black lacquer end tables, designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, American, circa 1960s. They are a versatile size and can be used as side or end tables in ...
Rosewood, Wood
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Tri-Tone Wood and Iron End / Side Table
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century rectangular end / side table with a tri-tone rectangular wooden top resting on an iron pedestal base with a domed rectangular foot. (MILO BAUGHMAN FOR THAYER COG...
Metal, Iron
Pair of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Rosewood Veneer Cube End / Side Tables
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century cube-shaped end / side tables with a rosewood veneer. (MILO BAUGHMAN FOR THAYER COGGIN)(PRICED AS PAIR)
Wood, Rosewood
Milo Baughman Cube Leg Table by Thayer Coggin
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Highland, IN
This striking design has a great minimalist aesthetic. Four legs of burled wood set in the corners like a parson's table support a clear glass top, stripping down the table to its ba...
Glass, Wood
Dyed maple burl veneer patchwork coffee or side table, red orange color.
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Greensboro, NC
This dyed patchwork maple burl coffee or side table was produced by Thayer Coggin, circa 2010. The intense red color is called "fireball". Condition is near perfect with one or t...
Burl
$5,995
H 28 in W 104 in D 39 in
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
$495
H 17.5 in W 28 in D 20 in
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Side Table by John Keal for Brown Saltman
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
Mahogany
Pair of Milo Baughman End Tables for Glenn of California
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a great pair of Milo Baughman designed end tables for Glenn of California with a magazine shelf and book cubby. Fully restored.
Pair of Brass and Glass End or Side Tables
By Milo Baughman
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of Hollywood Regency Brass and Glass end tables with mirrored bottom shelves. Art deco 1980's post modern style. These...
Brass
Milo baughman for Thayer Coggin Olive Ash Burlwood Coffee table
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
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
Pair of Fine Black Lacquer End Tables with Gilt Motif
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pair of elegant black lacquer square end tables with gilt motif, beautiful form and color, We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and h...
Lacquer
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
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
H 22.5 in W 28 in D 24 in
Milo Baughman Style Burl Walnut Parson Side End Table
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Mid-century modernist burl wood Parsons side/end table in the style of Milo Baughman. The table features a squared-off look with a beautiful deep walnut burl wood veneer. We love usi...
Burl
$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
Pair of Fine Black Lacquer End Tables
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine black lacquer end tables. Simple and elegant form. Beautiful color and form. We carry fine quality furniture with elegant finished and has been app...
Lacquer
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Tripod Walnut Side Table by Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
Metal
$1,600
H 15.75 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
MCM Rosewood & Chrome Coffee or Side Table in the Manner of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Beautiful square rosewood coffee table from the 1950s-1960s. Square tube chrome legs. Provenance: it had been styled seamlessly next to a Milo Baughman rosewood case sofa, also wi...
Chrome
Milo Baughman Polished Stainless Steel Chrome Drum Side Table
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Oakland, CA
Polished Stainless Steel Drum Table designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. #1 Diameter 22 H 24 inches
Chrome
Milo Baughman Polished Stainless Steel Chrome Drum Side Tables
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Oakland, CA
Polished Stainless Steel Drum Tables designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. #1 Diameter 22 H 24 inches #2 Diameter 24 H 17 inches
Chrome
Pair of Milo Baughman Walnut ‘Cruciform’ End Tables
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Architectural Modernist Design! Pair of walnut occasional tables Model 1922, by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, circa 1960s. Featuring incredibly proportioned thick tops resting on ...
Wood
Sold
H 18 in W 20 in D 20 in
Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Environment 70 Sq White Painted Parsons Side Table
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Topeka, KS
Magnificent modern Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Environment 70 square white painted Parsons side table. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that thi...
Wood, Paint
Burlwood & Chrome Table by Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful side table designed by Milo Baughman and manufactured by Thayer Coggin. The table has a burlwood top and the base is embossed in chrome. The table retains the original Th...
Chrome
Milo Baughman Round Rosewood and Chrome Side Table
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in San Mateo, CA
Round side table with chrome base and rosewood top by Milo Baughman. This table was manufactured by Thayer Coggin. The top is refinished. There was some water damage. There is still ...
Chrome
Sold
H 16.25 in W 24 in D 24 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Rosewood and Chrome Side Table, Newly Restored
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern occasional side table By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, 1966 Bookmatched rosewood top, with polished chrome legs. Measures: 24" W ...
Chrome
Sold
H 25 in W 20 in D 20 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Rosewood Bookmatched Side End Table Pedestal
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Wayne, NJ
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin bookmatched side end table pedestal. This has a gloss finish so is showing a lot of glare and reflections.
Wood
Pair of Thayer Coggin Tables Parsons Side Table End Table
By Thayer Coggin
Located in West Hartford, CT
Parsons table that match from Thayer Coggin, circa 1970s. Features clean, white Formica with black trim design. Underneath, there is a heavy wooden frame. The tables are supported by...
Formica, Wood
Baughman for Thayer Coggin Cruciform End Table
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
Architectural form end, side, or occasional table designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. This example is in very good, original, clean condition, showing only very minor cosmet...
Walnut
Sold
H 16.88 in W 22 in D 22 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Walnut and Ebonized Wood Side Tables, Restored
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Minimalist pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut and ebonized wood square occasional side tables By Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin USA, 1960s Measures: 22" ...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Round Drum End or Side Table by Milo Baughman in Rosewood
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A gorgeous, completely restored circular drum table designed by Milo Baughman and produced by Thayer Coggin in the 1960s. It features beautiful rosewood veneers that have been recent...
Rosewood