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.
Milo Baughman Designed Design Classic 989 Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The 989 is affectionately known as the “T-back” chair, as its exposed metal frame forms a "T" when viewed from the rear. The polished chrome frame holds the square seat, giving a flo...
Metal, Chrome
Sleek Lounge Chair by Michael Weiss
By Michael Weiss
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sleek chrome lounge chair by Michael Weiss featuring wood arm rests and comfortable grey upholstery. Please confirm location (NY or NJ)
Metal
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Cantilevered Scoop Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Step into the world of mid-century modern sophistication with the Milo Baughman Cantilevered Lounge Chair, expertly crafted and ...
Metal
Vintage Modern Papasan Style Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern "saucer" chair with tapered legs and brass feet. Unusual design with comfortable cushioning. (Please confirm item locati...
Fabric, Faux Leather
Vintage Mid-Century Baughman Flat Bar Lounge Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning lightly upholstered Milo Baughman lounge chair features heavy flat bar chrome frames and thick padded cushions and is sure to make a lasting impression in any seating a...
Chrome, Metal, Steel
Vintage Modern Barrel Back Lounge Chair
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique chrome frame barrel back lounge offers a stylish and comfortable addition to any interior. Unique textured fabric and Classic design mak...
Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Lounge Scoop Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Wayne, NJ
Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin lounge chair. If you are in the New Jersey , New York City Metro Area , please contact us with your delivery zip code, as we may be able to deliver curbsi...
Fabric
Vintage Architectural Lounge Chair attributed to Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage architectural lounge chair. Attributed to Milo Baughman. Possibly Italian 1960s/70s. Original upholstery shows some wear. Most likely will desire to reupholster.
Upholstery
Scoop Chrome Lounge Chair New Upholstery
By Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very comfortable Mid-Century Modern lounge scoop chair on stainless steel base in the style of Milo Baughman.
Vintage Original Cy Mann Lounge Chair
By Cy Mann, Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage original Cy Mann lounge chair in manner of Milo Baughman. Original fabric which will be desirable to reupholster. Shows wear and age to fabric.
Chrome
Mid Century Milo Baughman Scoop Lounge Chair for Thayer Coggin (B)
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted chromed squared tubed framed lounge chair with scoop styled seat and rolled armrests making this a super comfortable chair. The chrome frame structure makes the s...
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Lounge Chair by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, Model 951
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Mid Century Modern Lounge Chair — Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, Model 951 (2013) This iconic Mid Century Modern lounge chair, designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, is the ...
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