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 Tilt Swivel Lounge Chairs in Jessica Charles
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful pair of Milo Baughman tilt/swivels newly upholstered in a high-quality fabric by Jessica Charles. A beautiful neutral with a taupe abstract design, the fabric is a subtle...
Upholstery, Walnut
Milo Baughman Scoop Chairs in Holly Hunt Performance Fabric
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
A great looking pair of scoop lounge chairs by Milo Baughman. Newly upholstered in a Holly Hunt performance weave.
Chrome
Milo Baughman T-Back Chairs in Holly Hunt Great Plains Velvet
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
We have updated this beautiful and comfortable chairs with a velvet by Holly Hunt Great Plains. Chairs feature a bronze frame with a variable stripe fabric in off-white and bronze wh...
Metal
Pair of Milo Baughman Tilt/Swivel Lounge Chairs Kelly Wearstler Boucle'
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful pair of Milo Baughman tilt/swivel lounge chairs newly upholstered in a Kelly Wearstler boucle' with blue and white and cream tones. Back is white lacquer. Super comfortabl...
Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer
Harvey Probber Lounge Chairs in Holly Hunt Great Plains
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful set of two rare Harvey Probber lounge chairs newly upholstered in a high-quality fabric by Holly Hunt. A beautiful neutral woven fabric with a soft texture. Mahogany bas...
Upholstery, Mahogany
Milo Baughman Style Lounge Chairs with T-Leg Walnut Base and New Upholstery
By Bernhardt, Flair, O.B. Solie
Located in Dallas, TX
A fairly rare design in the style of Milo Baughman by O. B. Solie for Bernhardt/Flair. They have new upholstery in a chenille fabric of high quality. The bases are walnut and in a T-...
Upholstery, Walnut
1970s Mid Century Barrel Chairs Styled After Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Discover this stunning vintage pair of barrel chairs, inspired by the iconic designs of Milo Baughman and crafted in the United States during the 1970s. These eye-catching chairs boa...
Fabric
Swivel Lounge Chairs in the Style of Milo Baughman, Rosewood
By Milo Baughman
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful pair of swivel Lounge chairs, reupholstered in Knoll Fabric. Rosewood veneered bases. Ready for a new home.
Fabric, Rosewood
Thayer Coggin Highback Swivel Wing Chairs
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A sophisticated pair of high-back swivel wing chairs by Thayer Coggin, showcasing the brand’s renowned commitment to modern design, comfort, and quality craftsmanship. These chairs f...
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Armchairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elegant pair of vintage modern chrome frame arm chairs feature comfortable upholstered armrests with unique designs on the fabric. The thick padded seat and back rest ensure max...
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Barrel Walnut Swivel Lounge Chairs After Milo Baughman, 1960s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century modern walnut swivel lounge chairs manufactured in the United States, circa 1960s. Inspired by the timeless designs of Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin, these chairs featu...
Fabric, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Swivel Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Houston, TX
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman style swivel chair. This shapely midcentury swivel chair has been recently upholstered in a beautiful steel blue mohair fabric. Comfortable and stunn...
Chrome
