Buzzlyn - Shopping Bag -Black

İstanbul

• Calfskin outside, lambskin inside
• Accessory Material : Special coating on bronze to prevent tarnishing.
• Accessory Size : 4.5x5,5 cm
• Accessory Color : Gold
• Size : Width: 40 cm Height:31 cm Depth: 16,5 cm Handle Drop: 21 cm

Wipe regularly with a soft, dry cloth.Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture. Maintain shape by stuffing with fabric or paper when not in use.Store in a custom dust bag when not in use. Avoid chemicals and overloading.

The Bee of Ephesus

The bee, the sacred animal of Artemis of Ephesus, also known as the Queen of Bees, is one of the most important symbols of the city of Ephesus. It was frequently used in coins, architecture, and the statue of Artemis herself. In fact, because the bee was the goddess's sacred animal, the temple priestesses were given the name "Melissae," meaning "honeybee." Some experts suggest that the connection between the goddess and the bee originates from a Hittite myth that highlights the transformative power of nature and emphasizes the bee's significance in understanding the spring-autumn cycle. (In the myth, when the Hittite god of agriculture and fertility, Telepinu, falls asleep in a cave, nature also falls into a slumber and famine strikes the land. A tiny bee sent by the goddess stings Telepinu, waking him up and, in turn, reviving nature.) Thus, the bee, symbol of the Great Goddess and Ephesus, became "Mesele-ized" with its transformative power, industriousness, and ability to multiply

The Flower Motif of Ephesus

A unique floral decoration, consisting of four petals, frequently appears on the statue of Artemis of Ephesus, who embodies the role of Earth Mother, as well as in the architectural details of Ephesus. On the statue of Artemis, this motif is used to depict the birth of water nymphs and appears on the hem of her skirt as a garland and on one of her oldest accessories, a thick belt. These flowers, known as the immortelle (Helichrysum), are believed to be associated with the goddess. Additionally, they symbolize both the beauty of nature's revival and the goddess's dominion over the plant world. Thus, these beautiful flowers have become a central theme of this collection, representing natural beauty, awakening, and vitality.