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.
1970s Milo Baughman Oak Brass Floating Waterfall Plinth Base Nightstand Set of 2
By Milo Baughman
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, oak chest of drawers you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful nightstands with brass d...
Brass
Lexington Laurel Canyon Travertine End Tables, Set of 2
By Lexington Furniture 1
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A 24-inch square silver travertine top nests inside a hand-burnished silver leaf frame to create a totally custom look. A perfect companion to the Bellvue sofa. Product Features Han...
Travertine, Iron
1980s Milo Buaghman Hexagonal Mirrored Pedestal End Tables, Set of 2
By Milo Baughman
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, mirrored hexagonal side tables you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the...
Brass
1970s Drexel Double Tier One Drawer Nightstands or End Tables
By Drexel
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1970s with this exquisite nightstand set. The ultra rare set exudes an air of luxury and refinement. Outstanding design is exhi...
Brass
1970s Milo Baughman Walnut Burlwood Extendable Dining Table
By Milo Baughman
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, extendable Burl Wood dining table you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, ...
Glass, Wood
1970s Walnut Executive Campaign Waterfall Desk And Cabinet, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, Mid Century desk and cabinet set you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, t...
Brass
Pair of Milo Baughman Rosewood and Chrome Mid-Century Modern End Tables Stands
By Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Milo Baughman Rosewood and Chrome Mid-Century Modern End Tables MINT!
Chrome
A Pair of Mid-Century Modern Glass Top Side Tables. Circa 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Scandinavian Style Bent Wood Side Tables with Glass Tops. Circa 1960s Feature bent wood bases with removable rectangular glass tops. In Excellent origina...
Glass, Wood
Pair of Milo Baughman End Tables Mid Century Modern 28w x 22d x 19h
By Milo Baughman
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of elegant Mid Century Modern End Tables, designed by Milo Baughman, American, circa 1960s. Beautifully grained wood top contrasts nicely with the iron base.
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Lane Smoked Glass Walnut Side Tables - Set of 2
By Lane Furniture
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
Elevate your living space with this striking pair of 1960s Mid-Century Modern side tables by Lane Furniture. Crafted in rich walnut with newly refinished tops, these tables showcase ...
Smoked Glass, Wood, Walnut
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Style Burlwood and Chrome Side Tables - Pair
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Style Mid Century Burlwood and Chrome Side Tables - Pair Each side table measures: 32 wide x 32 deep x 18.25 inches high Great Vintage Condition - T...
Chrome
Set of 2 Glass-Top End Tables After Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
This stunning set of custom-made end tables is unlike any we've ever come across. Clearly taking inspiration from the great Adrian Pearsall, this set of tables is constructed from a ...
Glass, Walnut
