Cinnabar

Deep scarlet achieved through rare cinnabar mineral pigment — a sacred substance used in royal funerary rituals for over 3,000 years.

Golden eggshell patterns emerge from blood-red lacquer. 30+ layers create extraordinary depth. The historical use of cinnabar in Chinese and Cambodian royal burials makes this design profoundly symbolic — the same material once reserved for emperors.

Sizes

Keepsake (1 L) — In stock. Ships within 5–7 business days.
Adult (3.5 L) — Made to order. +50% surcharge, 3–4 months.

Materials

• Hand-turned hevea wood base
• Cinnabar mineral pigment
• Eggshell inlay with 24-karat gold leaf
• 30+ layers of natural lacquer

Height: 27 cm ・ Weight: 1 kg ・ Production: 2.5 months

Symbolism

Cinnabar represents immortality and the guidance of souls to the afterlife. For millennia, this sacred red was placed in royal tombs to protect the spirit's journey. Gold on red symbolises the eternal path of emperors.

The Artisan

Eric Stocker is a fourth-generation French lacquer master with 47 years of experience. He trained under Pierre Bobot, the last guardian of 18th-century European lacquer techniques, and spent 25 years restoring masterpieces for France's Mobilier National.

Since 1998, he has lived in Cambodia, reviving the ancient lacquer tradition and training over 350 local artisans. Recipient of the Trophée des Français de l'étranger 2018, awarded by the French Senate.

Personalisation

Initials in gold lacquer — +2 days, upon request
Thematic design — +14 days, upon request

Contact: info@lacquermemorial.com

Shipping

DHL Express international shipping included. Professional packaging with full insurance and real-time tracking. Transit: 3–7 business days.

Customs duties (0–30%) are not included and remain the buyer's responsibility.