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.
Pair of Chrome Bases Barrel Back Tub Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern dark chocolate brown upholstery barrel back chairs attributed to Milo Baughman. Crisp circular organic lines. Super comfortable seat and back support.
Chrome
$9,500 / set
H 27 in W 29 in D 30 in
Pair of Milo Baughman Chrome Cased Swivel / Tilt Lounge Chairs for Thayer Coggin
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Pair of Milo Baughman Chrome Cased Swivel / Tilt Lounge Chairs for Thayer Coggin Chairs show mirrored finished chrome backs.
Chrome
$6,795 / set
H 28.25 in W 32.5 in D 25.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Chrome "Barrel" Lounge Chairs Attributed to Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
An exceptional pair of mid-century modern chrome “Barrel” lounge chairs attributed to celebrated American designer Milo Baughman, circa 1970s. These stri...
Stainless Steel, Chrome
$3,950 / set
H 26 in W 32.5 in D 31 in
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Chrome Barrel Back Club Lounge Chairs - a Pair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman attributed Chrome Barrel Back Club Lounge Chairs. Item features low sleek forms, chrome frames with chrome support down the rear, rolled back...
Chrome
$3,950 / set
H 26 in W 32.5 in D 31 in
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Chrome Barrel Back Club Lounge Chairs - a Pair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Pair of Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman attributed Chrome Barrel Back Club Lounge Ch...
Chrome
$1,840 / set
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
$6,975 / set
H 31.5 in W 27.5 in D 39 in
Mid-Century Chrome Rocking Lounge Chairs w/ Button Detailing by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
This pair of Mid-Century Modernist rocking lounge chairs, fabricated by the iconic American designer Milo Baughman in the United States circa 1960, is a quintessential example of mod...
Chrome
$6,495 / set
H 31 in W 25 in D 28 in
Vintage Stainless Steel "Z" Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A stunning pair of vintage lounge chairs designed by legendary modernist Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin in the 1970s. These iconic pieces exemplify Baughman’s innovative approach to...
Stainless Steel, Chrome
$4,959 / set
H 33 in W 27 in D 27 in
Pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural Barrel Back Lounge Chairs by Milo Baughman
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of reupholstered Milo Baughman barrel back lounge chairs in a dark charcoal grey cotton velvet with button tufted cushions. Back cushion is removable or adjustable. Hea...
Steel, Chrome
$1,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 30.5 in W 24 in D 22 in
Pair 70s Postmodern Milo Baughman 'Thin Line' Attributed Chrome armchairs, 2 pcs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Basel, BS
A sleek and sexy pair of chrome chairs attributed to iconic designer Milo Baughman's "Thin Line" design. 2 pieces. **We have two pairs available, sold in sets of 2 here, so you can u...
Chrome
Stunning Pair Milo Baughman style Barrel Back Chrome Lounge Chairs, Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning pair of Milo Baughman style chrome tub chairs. The faux blue leather will need to be replaced but that's what you designers are looking for anyway right? Chrome frames are s...
Chrome
Pair of Milo Baughman Style Thin Chrome Frame Barrel Back Chairs Midcentury
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous pair of Milo Baughman style thin chrome frame barrel back lounge chairs.
Chrome
Nice Pair of Milo Baughman Style Chrome Base Barrel Back Chairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Nice pair of Milo Baughman style wide barrel back chrome base chairs. These will need reupholstery but that's what you designers are looking for any...
Chrome
Handsome Pair Signed Milo Baughman Thick Chrome Cube Lounge Chairs Midcentury
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome pair of signed Milo Baughman thick chrome cube lounge chairs. This pair retain their original grey velveteen fabric in nice vintage condition. The fabric has light signs of ...
Chrome
Fabulous Pair of Chrome Barrel Back Chairs, Mid-Century Modern
By Flair
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous pair of chrome cantilevered barrel back chairs. This pair is super clean and have shiny mirrored finish chrome and original upholstery in nice vintage condition. The seat is...
Chrome
Chunky Chrome Pair Milo Baughman StyleLounge Chairs, Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous pair Milo Baughman style chunky chrome lounge chairs. We love the super wide mirrored finish chrome arms-really sexy.
Chrome
