Bespoke pieces for the world's most exacting houses.
Five decades of master craftsmanship in natural Cambodian lacquer. Eric Stocker creates one-of-a-kind pieces for hospitality groups, luxury maisons, and private collectors — using the same techniques that conserve sandstone Buddhas at Angkor and furnish France's national heritage.
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Five decades, six maisons of distinction.
Pieces created in close collaboration with houses, hotels, and institutions that demand the highest standard of craft.
Hermès
Bespoke lacquer pieces and presentation objects across multiple seasons — refined materials, restrained finishes.
Cartier
Lacquered trays and presentation pieces for high jewellery — eggshell mosaic with 24k gold leaf.
Louis Vuitton
Custom lacquer wall panels and display pieces for flagship locations and limited-edition projects.
Sofitel Angkor
The Lotus Collection on permanent display in the lobby of Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa, Siem Reap.
Park Hyatt
Suite décor, lobby pieces, and bespoke installations across Park Hyatt properties in Asia.
Mobilier National
Twenty-five years as master craftsman at France's national heritage workshop — the foundation of every technique used today.
Quai d'Orsay Trophée
French Ministry of Foreign Affairs · the highest official distinction for French craft excellence demonstrated abroad. Awarded for Stocker Studio's role in the renaissance of Cambodian lacquer art.
The Lotus Collection
at Sofitel Angkor.
An eight-piece lacquer installation for the resort's signature lobby — permanent fixture since the renovation.
Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra · Siem Reap
Eight panels of lotus forms in natural lacquer with 24k gold leaf, designed for the lobby's signature wall.
- Brief
- Permanent feature
- Pieces
- 8 panels
- Dimensions
- 100 × 80 cm
The brief called for a piece that would feel inseparable from the building — something no traveller could photograph elsewhere. Eric proposed a series of eight lacquer panels, each depicting a lotus at a different moment of unfolding, finished in 24k gold leaf on a deep black natural lacquer ground.
Production took five months. Each panel received between 25 and 35 layers of lacquer, with the gold leaf hand-applied flake by flake during the final phase. The installation was completed during the resort's 2019 renovation and remains visible to every guest entering the lobby.
Lacquer in real spaces.
How the work lives once it leaves the atelier — across hotel suites, private residences, and bespoke commissions.
Three kinds of commission.
Each project is one-of-a-kind. Below are the categories that frame most of our work.
For Hospitality
- Lobby and reception sculptures
- Custom suite décor
- Restaurant wall art
- Bespoke tableware sets
- Permanent installations
For Luxury Brands
- Store fixtures and shelving
- Window display pieces
- VIP client gifts
- Brand activations
- Limited-edition collections
For Private Collectors
- One-of-a-kind sculptures
- Memorial urns to specification
- Wall art panels
- Custom furniture
- Ritual and ceremonial pieces
From brief to delivery.
A transparent process. Three to six months from concept to delivery for most pieces.
Brief
Share your vision, dimensions, timeline, and material preferences. Reference images welcome.
Concept
Eric proposes sketches and a written quote within three business days. Revisions included.
Samples
Material and finish samples ship to your studio. 50% deposit on approval.
Production
30 — 150 days. 20—50 layers cured between coats. Progress photos shared monthly.
Delivery
Custom-crated, fully insured DHL Express. Final 50% on shipment. Installation guidance included.
How shipment and
payment work.
Payment
50% deposit on approval of concept and samples. 50% balance on completion, before shipment. Bank transfer (USD or EUR), or invoice via Wise. We do not accept payment milestones during production.
Crating & shipping
Each piece is custom-crated with museum-grade protective foam, internal armatures for sculptures, and humidity-stable packing. Worldwide via DHL Express with full insurance. Typical transit: 5—10 business days from Siem Reap.
Customs & duties
We declare actual transaction value (legal requirement). Cambodia issues handcrafted-art certificates where applicable for reduced duty rates. Local import duties remain the buyer's responsibility per international convention.
Installation
Wall pieces ship with mounting hardware appropriate to weight. For installations over $25,000, on-site supervision is available (travel costs additional). Detailed care and maintenance documentation included with every piece.
Insurance
Goods insured for full declared value during transit. Coverage handed to buyer on receipt and signature. We can recommend art-grade insurers for ongoing coverage.
Confidentiality
NDA available on request — standard for hotels, brands, and private commissions. We never disclose client details, location of installation, or commission terms without explicit written permission.
Before you write.
What is the typical lead time?
Three to six months for most commissions. Large-scale installations (10+ pieces, monumental sculptures) may run six to twelve months. Cure time on natural lacquer cannot be accelerated — every project plans around it.
Do you visit sites for installations?
For hospitality and luxury retail commissions over $25,000, on-site visits during specification or installation are available. Travel costs are quoted separately.
Can I see samples before committing?
Yes. After concept approval, we ship physical material and finish samples to your studio for sign-off. This is included in the deposit milestone — no additional fee.
Is the lacquer durable enough for high-traffic spaces?
Natural lacquer is one of the most durable surface finishes ever developed — antique lacquer pieces from the 17th century are still in daily use. With 20—50 cured layers, the surface is water-, scratch- and stain-resistant. Suitable for hotel lobbies, restaurants, and private homes alike.
Do you offer exclusivity?
Yes. For brand commissions and limited-edition collections, we sign exclusivity agreements that prevent us from producing similar pieces for competitors during a defined period.
Can you produce in volume?
Our production is artisan-scale — typically 50 to 200 pieces per year across all projects. Volume orders (50+ matching pieces) are possible but require a minimum lead time of nine months.
Do you work with interior designers?
Frequently. We collaborate with designers across hospitality, residential, and commercial projects. Trade pricing and expedited communication available for repeat partners.
What is not possible?
We do not produce in synthetic lacquer or polyurethane finishes. We do not undertake outdoor pieces (natural lacquer is sensitive to UV over decades). Pieces under 10 cm rarely justify the production overhead.
Eric Stocker is the only artisan I trust for natural lacquer at this scale. The pieces have a depth that simply does not exist elsewhere — and once you have seen them in a room, nothing else compares.— Interior Designer · Confidential
Tell us about your project.
Eric responds to all serious inquiries within three business days. No obligation, no pressure.
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