Milo Baughman was one of the most agile and adept modern American furniture designers of the late 20th century. A prolific lecturer and writer on the benefits of good design — he taught for years at Brigham Young University — Baughman (whose often-scrambled surname is pronounced BAWF-man) focused almost exclusively on residential furnishings, such as chairs, sofas and benches. He had a particular talent for lounge chairs, perhaps the most sociable piece of furniture.
Like his fellow adoptive Californians Charles and Ray Eames, Baughman’s furniture has a relaxed and breezy air. He was famously opposed to ostentatious and idiosyncratic designs that were made to excite attention. While many of his chair designs are enlivened by such effects as tufted upholstery, Baughman tended to let his materials carry the aesthetic weight, most often relying on seating and table frames made of sturdy and sleek flat-bar chromed metal, and chairs, tables and cabinets finished with highly-figured wood veneers.
Like his colleagues Karl Springer and the multifarious Pierre Cardin, Baughman’s designs are emblematic of the 1970s: sleek, sure and scintillating.
As you will see from the furniture presented on 1stDibs, Milo Baughman’s designs for the likes of Drexel Furniture, Glenn of California and — for five decades — Thayer Coggin are ably employed as either the heart of a décor or its focal point.
H 28 in W 28.5 in D 31 in
Pair of Milo Baughman Chrome Frame Lounge Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of iconic Flat Bar Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, featuring a polished steel frame with crème fabric upholstery. Circa : 20th Century, Origin : USA Chrome in ...
Steel
H 30.5 in W 25 in D 25.5 in
1970s Vintage Mid-century Milo Baughman Chrome Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Miami, FL
1970s Vintage Mid-century Milo Baughman Chrome Lounge Chairs, Pair Offered for sale is a pair of Milo Baughman chrome lounge chairs, made in the 1970s, with tufted (believed to be ...
Chrome
H 32 in W 25 in D 28 in
Pair of Chrome Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, USA, c. 1970's
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Deland, FL
Iconic. Stylish. Bold. These fabulous chairs by Milo Baughman are arguably some of the best metalworks produced by iconic designer. With striking austere lines, eye-catching canary-yellow woolen fabric, and the brilliant reflective chrome surfaces these extraordinary chairs...
Chrome
H 27.75 in W 28.5 in D 33.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Lounge Chairs Attributed to Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Experience the perfect blend of mid-century modern elegance and comfort with this stunning pair of vintage chrome lounge chairs, attributed to the iconic designer Milo Baughman and c...
Chrome
H 28.25 in W 27.5 in D 32 in
Milo Baughman Style Midcentury Chrome Cantilever Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman style midcentury chrome cantilever lounge chairs - pair Each chair measures: 27.5 wide x 32 deep x 28.25 high, with a seat he...
Chrome
H 28 in W 29.5 in D 31.75 in
Milo Baughman Style CY Mann Chrome Frame Lounge Chairs
By Cy Mann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage flat bar chrome lounge chair designed by Cy Mann in the style of Milo Baughman. Featuring a tufted seat and back with a heavyweigh...
Chrome
H 30 in W 23 in D 23 in
Outstanding Pair Milo Baughman Chrome Dining/ Lounge Chairs, Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Buffalo, NY
Outstanding pair Milo Baughman chrome dining/ lounge chairs, Mid-Century Modern, classic, elegant lines. Retains original blue/grey velvet upholstery. Extremely comfortable. Hand del...
Chrome
H 27 in W 28.75 in D 31 in
Pair of Flat Bar Chrome Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This fabulous pair of vintage modern armchairs feature a heavy flat bar chrome frame with a thick padded removable seat cushion. The wide seats, angled back rest, and stylish low arm...
Chrome
H 30.5 in W 30.75 in D 32.25 in
Mid-Century Chrome Scoop Lounge Chairs After Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Striking and effortlessly architectural, this pair of chrome scoop lounge chairs captures the essence of 1970s modern design inspired by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. The sculptur...
Chrome
H 32 in W 24 in D 26 in
Pair of Milo Baughman Flat Bar Chrome Armchairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Dallas, TX
For your consideration is a pair of Milo Baughman flat bar armchairs. Originally designed in 1966, the 951 model lounge chair is one of the most icon...
Chrome
