Mystery Chair (at least it is to me)

Hello;

I just picked up this chair that I think is kind of interesting. I don't know anything about it; style age make value etc. Can any one help me?
I am new to the vintage furniture scene, but I think that I'm catching the bug.

 

My guess is: Either it's a Frankenstein - that back added later to that bottom - or it's about as transitional as transitional gets. The bottom looks 1920s - the back 1960s.

 

It looks quite a lot like this one.
http://m.antique-4-sale.com/sale/vi...op-back-dining-room-side-desk-chair-b-2233/us

 

WOW! That does look like it. How did you find that so quickly? Thank you.

 

Its a bit beat up Should I refinish and reupholster it or will that ruin it?

 

That'll screw with any value it has left..

 

Not sure why the photos in the link look squished (at least when I view). It looks like this seat is recovered.

 

Hi Littlemountain!

Welcome to Antiquers...........

 

Mid-mod Danish is getting quite popular, but I think $169 is a bit unrealistic, unless it's an attributed maker. My mother had Danish teak chairs covered in white vinyl, that she got from the Minneapolis-based Scandia Design Store back in the 50's. Based on that I am assuming your black cover is original. It looks as if the seat is a simple board that can be removed. If you want to recover it, do so, just leave the original 50s vinyl in place underneath, as a document.
To address the wood condition, use a bit of mineral spirits and 0000 steel wool to lightly clean the wood, wipe down with a soft cloth, then apply a good quality paste furniture wax to freshen up the finish.
Such a conservative approach should not mess with any potential future value.

 

Thank you for the advice.