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 Burl Table
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Midcentury square pedestal table by Milo Baughman. Vibrant burled wood panels set into a patchwork design. Please confirm location N...
Burl
1970s Style Milo Baughman Coffee Table Burlwood Cube
By Milo Baughman
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Burlwood Cube Coffee Table USA 1970s Clean modern lines. 22.25 tall x 32 x 32 Attributed to Milo Baughman, unmarked. Preowned original vintage unrestored condition. Vintage patina pr...
Wood, Burl
Burl Wood Cube Table attributed to Milo Baughman Mid Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Burlwood Table, attributed to Milo Baughman, unsigned, American, circa 1960s. This table is a versatile size and can be used as an end or side table, nightstand, or coffe...
Wood, Burl
Mid-Century Modern Burl-Wood Cube End Table, USA, 1960's
By Milo Baughman, Harvey Probber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern Burl-Wood Cube End Table USA, 1960's "perfect size end table for between two chairs" "in good vintage condition with some small dings and crazing of finish - se...
Wood
$750
H 17.75 in W 18 in D 18 in
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Burlwood Cube Side Table, 1970s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Striking mid-century modern burlwood cube side table in the style of Milo Baughman, circa 1970s. This sculptural cube table features a beautifully figured burlwood veneer with drama...
Wood, Burl
$3,360Sale Price|20% Off
H 15.5 in W 40 in D 40 in
Fabulous Milo Baughman Burl Wood Chrome Cube Coffee Table, Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Midcentury Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin coffee table with patchwork burl wood top and chrome-clad pedestal base. This p...
Chrome
Milo Baughman Styled Burl Coffee Table
By Milo Baughman
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A beautiful burl olive wood coffee table with square chromed tubed base, this table makes a statement and will provide years of enjoyment. Manufactured in the style of Thayer Coggin ...
Olive
Vintage Boho Burl Wood Cube Side Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stunning vintage cube side table is a masterclass in organic Postmodern minimalism, showcasing the opulent beauty of genuine burl wood. Expertly handcrafted with meticulously bo...
Other
Milo baughman for Thayer Coggin Olive Ash Burlwood Coffee table
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Lynn, MA
Large modern coffee table in Olive Ash Burlwood designed by Milo baughman for Thayer Coggin, Inc. Great wood grain patterns. Ready for use.
Burl
$485Sale Price|42% Off
H 18.25 in W 17 in D 17 in
Mid-Century Modern Burled Wood Cube Table in Milo Baughman Style
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Burled maple or olive wood with it's original darker finish. Base is a black stepped design. Expressive wood grain is very nice! Original Finish shows some losses and a couple chips ...
Burl
Faux Finished Drum Cocktail Table
Located in Ferndale, MI
Faux finished drum cocktail table. Finish is as is could use touch up or refinish .
Stainless Steel
Petite studio crafted blonde burl collectors wall shelf
Located in Ferndale, MI
Diminutive wall shelf finely crafted in an eccentrically grained burl wood .
Burl
Jumbo Organic and Natural Wood Burl Ball
By Bob Stocksdale
Located in Ferndale, MI
Bring nature indoors. Large ball natural burl wood.
Burl
Hand Carved Organic Log Form Dresser Box
Located in Ferndale, MI
Hand Carved Organic Log Form Dresser Box
Wood
Ten Sided Polyhedral Wood Puzzle Box Sculpture
Located in Ferndale, MI
Appears to be a rosewood grain laminate wood. Fine workmanship marked Paul Ruhlman #7 and p g R 1992.
Plywood
Desk Top Puzzle in Plywood Box
Located in Ferndale, MI
Geometric pieces of wood fitted together inside of laminate or plywood box.
Maple, Plywood
