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.
Sculptural Lounge Chairs in Shearling by Luigi Tiengo, Canada, C. 1960s
Located in Westport, CT
A stunning set of lounge chairs by Luigi Tiengo for Cimon, Montreal, circa 1960s. These iconic pieces feature sculptural walnut frames with an elegant three-leg design, expertly rest...
Lambskin, Walnut
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Cloud Sofa, C. 1950s
By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates
Located in Westport, CT
Indulge in luxurious comfort with the Low-Profile Cloud Sofa, a timeless piece designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in the mid-20th century. Meticulously restored to its ...
Bouclé, Maple
Serpentine Sofa by Vladimir Kagan, Model 150BS
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Westport, CT
This stunning and rare Serpentine Sofa, Model 150BS, designed by Vladimir Kagan, dates to the 1990s and showcases his signature sensual, sculptural form. The gracefully curved frame ...
Linen, Walnut
Danish Modern Walnut Footstool, C. 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
A sculptural footstool or bench original from Denmark, circa 1950-1959. Completely restored, reupholstered in soft heavy wool by Holly Hunt. Walnu...
Wool, Walnut
Mid-Century Barrel Lounge Chairs by Lawrence Peabody, 1950s
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Westport, CT
Pair of lounge chairs designed by Lawrence Peabody, circa 1950-1959. Completely restored, all insides including foam, straps, and dacron have been fully updated. Reupholstered in hea...
Wool, Walnut
Lounge Chairs by Henry Glass in Oatmeal Bouclé, C. 1950s
By Henry Glass
Located in Westport, CT
A fully restored pair of iconic lounge chairs designed by Henry Glass in the 1950s. Meticulously brought back to their original beauty, these chairs are upholstered in a rich oatmeal...
Bouclé
Sumptuous Vintage Milo Baughman "Satellite" Chaise Circular Chair Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
This piece is beyond stunning and is sure to impress bold and exciting. "Satellite" chaise is definitely a must-have, must-see piece. Oversized rounded chaise lounge is equal parts c...
Upholstery
1970s Mid-Century Modern Satellite Lounge Chair Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a 1970s big loveseat sofa satellite lounge chair. Wide gold platform base. By Milo Baughman. Unmarked, no label present from the maker. New upholstery in off white. Fixed round wood base...
Gold Leaf
Milo Baughman Style Satellite Chaise in Tan Faux Fur, 1970
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Milo Baughman Style Satellite Chaise in Faux Fur, 1970 A sculptural, circular chaise in the style of Milo Baughman, originally designed in the 1970s. Reupholstered in Great Plains’ "...
Upholstery, Walnut
Post-Modern Chaise Longue By Weiman
By Weiman, Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin, Directional
Located in Houston, TX
Post-Modern Chaise Longue By Weiman. This stunning postmodern chaise made by Weiman and was inspired by the designs of cloud series. Great size that could be used as a sofa, chaise ...
Bouclé, Wood
Milo Baughman Style Wave Chaise Longue, USA, circa 1970s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Dallas, TX
We are pleased to present this sculptural wave chaise in the style of Milo Baughman, circa 1970s. Curvilinear in shape and molds to the human body, balanced on polished-nickel flat-b...
Chrome
1960s Lounge Chair Swivels into a Chaise Lounge in Boucle
Located in New York, NY
1960s Lounge chair that Swivels into a chaise lounge upholstered in Boucle. The backrest rotates in a circular motion into a comfortable chaise lounge...
Bouclé, Upholstery
