Vintage Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Leather Reclining Lounge Chair

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This vintage lounge chair is a tall, sculptural seat with a sleek high back and a low, generous cushion, upholstered … Read more This vintage lounge chair is a tall, sculptural seat with a sleek high back and a low, generous cushion, upholstered in supple leather in a rich dusty rose-burgundy. The back rises in a clean, slightly tapered column, with a stitched horizontal seam near the top that frames a padded headrest. Soft, natural creasing across the lumbar area gives the leather an inviting, well-loved character. A crisp welted edge outlines the back and the thick, boxed seat, giving the silhouette a tailored finish. The seat floats on a warm walnut base, its dark, wide side rail curving in a gentle arc beneath the cushion. Four slender, tapered legs splay outward for stability and visual lightness. Two gracefully sculpted walnut arms sweep forward in thin, paddle-like curves, each supported by a rounded post that rises from the frame. The wood carries a deep, glowing patina that highlights its natural grain and softly rubbed edges, and the contrast between the satiny leather and the dark walnut gives the chair a refined, balanced richness. The open, airy frame keeps the form light despite its generous scale and reclining function.

Place this chair in a living room, library, den, or bedroom reading corner, where it can sit beside a floor lamp and side table or face a window. It complements Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern, Organic Modern, Hollywood Regency, and Eclectic interiors, especially with wool rugs, brass, and warm wood. To care for it, dust with a soft, dry cloth, wipe the leather with a barely damp cloth, condition it periodically with a quality leather conditioner, and polish the walnut lightly with furniture wax. Keep it away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and moisture. The chair measures 27.75 inches (705 mm) wide, 21 inches (533 mm) deep, and 42 inches (1067 mm) high. Offered in very good vintage condition, it has its original leather with minor creasing consistent with age, a walnut frame with a warm patina and minimal scuffs, and is structurally sound with no visible structural issues. Make this iconic design yours today. See less