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.
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
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
$1,600
H 29 in W 16 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Olive Burl Pedestal or Side Table after Milo Baughman
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A gorgeous classic pedestal after Milo Baughman. It features heavy wood construction with beautiful book matched olive burl. Clean and ready to use condition.
Burl
Geometrical Cube Shape Burl Flame Wood Pattern Side Table
By Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern cube shape stand end side table.
Hardwood
Mid-Century Square Burl Wood Side Table by Paul Mayen, 3 Available
By Habitat International, Paul Mayen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning mid-century square burl wood side table/end tables by Paul Mayen for Habitat International, circa 1970s. The olive burl wood side table has been meticulously restored, resul...
Granite
Burlwood Side Table, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Live edge burl wood side table on tripod tapered legs.
Burl
Lacquered Burl Wood Side Table
By Milo Baughman
Located in Houston, TX
1970s Milo Baughman style lacquered burl wood side table.
Wood, 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
$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
Mid Century Olive Ash Burl Side Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modernist simplicity through its clean geometric form and exceptional material selection. The entire surface is wrapped in richly figured olive ash burl...
Brass
Paul Evans City Scape Table Base
By Paul Evans
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic City Scape 8-Sided Table Base Burlwood & Metal Vintage Condition Wear consistent with age & use Height : 28.5 in Width : 22.25 in Depth : 22.2...
Metal
Karl Springer Goatskin Coffee Table
By Karl Springer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Karl Springer Lacquered Goatskin Parchment Coffee Table In Original Condition with some small imperfections as shown in photos 1970s
Goatskin, Wood, Lacquer
Hollywood Regency Greek Key Side Tables
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic pair of Hollywood Regency Greek Key lucite side tables both designed and signed by: Jeffrey Bigelow.
Glass, Lucite
Paul Evans Cityscape Mirror Cocktail/Coffee Table
By Paul Evans
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul Evans Cityscape Mirrored Coffee/Cocktail Table Base Wear Consistent with age & Use Signed As Shown In Photos 1970s
Mirror
Pair of Copper Pedestals with Rivets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One Of A Kind Copper Studded Pedestals With Unique Detailing Throughout "Crinkled" appearance in the metal Can Also Be Used As Side Tables
Metal, Copper
Set of 4 Rustic Industrial Metal Corners
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 Rustic Industrial Metal Corners These unique corners can serve as a coffee table, Can be broken apart to serve as side tables or stools, Or can serve as a base for a glass ...
Metal
