Should you put acrylic on flaking sheepskin?

[Dumpster D]

So what do you suggest?

Based on my experience, don't do anything if you don't have to. Go with a Reproduction Irvin instead of a restoration project. Respectfully. That old crackled look is part of the charm IMHO.

 

[caddyd]

That's the ticket, keep patching it up and hold until relieved!