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GORTHYP

Cornish for "Stool"

Compact, versatile, and robust — this design rests on powder-coated steel legs and features a chamfered top that showcases Stratum’s modern marquetry. Perfect as a stool, side table, or plinth for display.

Dimensions: 320mm (Top Diameter) x 460mm (Height)

Finish: Hardwax Oil

From £420.00

  • The stool top varies by the chosen marquetry form: 

    Stripe or Hexagon Form: Marquetry sits flush within a contrasting hardwood top, (light, mid, or dark tone).

    • Stripe Form: Two staves, each 40 mm wide, intersect diagonally.

    • Hexagon Form: Six hexagons (approx. 80 mm point to point) overlap and cascade from one corner, finishing flush.

    Full Overlay Form: The Marquetry pattern overlays a Birch ply substrate, with 40 mm staves spanning the full diameter.

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2. Choose how the modern marquetry is featured
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FAQs

  • Absolutely! Every item is conceived as a blank canvas, awaiting your choice of Modern Marquetry. Select a signature pattern or collaborate with us to create a one‑off pattern. Specify colours, form and finishes to ensure your piece fits perfectly within your home, office or retail space.

  • 100% of the Modern Marquetry in any piece of furniture or project is made from Reclaimed and Recycled materials that we have gathered as part of our Waste Material Rescue Service.

    From material sourcing through to delivery, environmental responsibility drives every decision. We’ll upcycle all our off‑cuts and partner with local waste‑stream businesses, minimise waste by using recyclable packaging, and invest 5% of profits in Cornish tree‑planting initiatives.

  • All our items are made to order and depending on our work load, lead times will vary. Specific lead times will be discussed after your enquiry.

  • Every item is hand-built to last and comes with a Lifetime Guarantee. Caring for your item and it’s Modern Marquetry surface is as simple as any other piece of furniture in your home. To help, product care guidelines are available on our website as well as through a QR code printed on our packaging used for online orders.

Commissions & Enquiries

Reach out to our team for bespoke collaborations tailored to your vision.

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