Living the Heritage

SOCRA is a company specialising in the conservation and restoration of works of art, monuments and archaeological of works of art, monuments and archaeological remains as well as in the reproduction and production of works, notably for contemporary artists.

Pierre

Our stone specialists work to revive the most beautiful sculpted works and statues of our heritage. With a global and methodical approach, they implement treatments adapted to each disorder observed and respectful of the work as a whole.

Metal

Since 1979, SOCRA has developed a centre of expertise in the restoration of works of art and monumental metal works, in a wide range of metals: copper, bronze, lead, cast iron. From the preliminary diagnosis to the re-installation, including removal and restoration, SOCRA assists you in restoring works to their original glory.

Mosaics & ceramic decorations

Mosaics have been our original core business for nearly 60 years. Thanks to our know-how, based on innovative techniques, we have been able to work on the main national Gallo-Roman sites, numerous medieval mosaics, as well as on more contemporary mosaics, particularly from the 19th century and the Art Deco period.

Stucco & Staff

Our expertise in gypsum (staff) and faux marble (stucco) has developed over the years thanks to the skills we have acquired in moulding and sculpture. We have thus intervened to restore the decorations of the most illustrious buildings in our heritage.

Know-how

In almost 60 years, SOCRA has developed a wide range of expertise. From our historical core business, centred on the restoration and conservation of works of art, ancient monuments and archaeological remains, our expertise has extended to reproduction, by moulding or copying, the production of works for contemporary artists and finally scientific expertise, with diagnoses prior to restoration.

about us

Unique expertise since 1964

SOCRA is a company specialising in the conservation and restoration of works of art, monuments and archaeological remains, as well as in the reproduction and production of works, particularly on behalf of contemporary artists . Since 1964, it has mobilised threefold scientific, historical and artistic expertise, which it places at the service of cultural heritage, in order to maintain it, transmit it and make it prosper. The scope of our work covers stone, metal, mosaic, ceramic, stucco and staff decorations.

about us

Unique expertise since 1964

SOCRA is a company specialising in the conservation and restoration of works of art, monuments and archaeological remains, as well as in the reproduction and production of works, particularly on behalf of contemporary artists. Since 1964, it has mobilised threefold scientific, historical and artistic expertise, which it places at the service of cultural heritage, in order to maintain it, transmit it and make it prosper. The scope of our work covers stone, metal, mosaic, ceramic, stucco and staff decorations.

material

Art and matter

  • Pierre
  • Metal
  • Mosaic and ceramic decorations
  • Stucco & staff

From our original core business centred on the removal, conservation and restoration of mosaics, SOCRA's field of action has gradually expanded to include monumental metal works, sculpted stone decorations, stucco and staff decorations, as well as ceramic decorations. The diversity of materials worked on by our restorers restorers makes SOCRA a major player in the conservation of cultural property.

Our mission: to keep our heritage alive so that it can be passed on to future generations

know-how

A unique diversity of expertise

In almost 60 years, SOCRA has developed a wide range of expertise. From our historical core business, centred on the restoration and conservation of works of art, ancient monuments and archaeological remains, our expertise has extended to reproduction, by moulding or copying, the production of works for contemporary artists and finally scientific expertise, with diagnoses prior to restoration.

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SOCRA prides itself on growth and is committed to continually developing its people to enhance their talents and passions.

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Sites in France

Staff

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