Puduhepa

Strength and elegance crowned with the queen’s timeless seal.

The Hittite civilization is distinguished from the world’s first civilizations by its principle of equality. Women and men were considered equal. Women had the same say as men in daily life, religious, and political affairs. Some queens’ seals were even placed alongside the king’s seals on treaties, including the world’s first peace treaty, the Treaty of Kadesh. One of these queens was Puduhepa, one of the most important queens of the Hittite Empire, whose seal appeared next to the king’s. Puduhepa represents peace, women’s rights, and the strength of Anatolian women, serving as an inspiring figure for them.

Tarih boyunca Anadolu kadınları sayısız zorlukla karşılaşmıştır. En güçlü özellikleri, zaman içinde gösterdikleri direnç, özveri ve toplumsal bağlılıktır. Zorlu coğrafi ve ekonomik koşullara rağmen, ailelerini ve toplumlarını ayakta tutmak için büyük bir adanmışlıkla çalışmışlardır. Hitit İmparatorluğu döneminde Puduhepa ile başlayan bu gelenek, günümüze kadar kesintisiz olarak devam etmektedir.

When designing our buffet, we wanted to draw inspiration from the Anatolian woman and the strength she represents, embodied in Puduhepa. The buffet has a massive and masculine form but also possesses elegant and delicate details. It is both graceful and strong, just as we envisioned, just like the Anatolian woman…

Kulpu:

One of the most special details of this buffet is the handle. It is carved from Mardin stone by our craftsmen from Mardin and represents Puduhepa’s seal. The handle, used to open this buffet, is the very seal symbolizing peace and the power of Anatolian women.

Puduhepa’nın bir zamanlar dediği gibi:
“Ey, bana uzak geleceğimin kokusunu, rengini ve nefesini getiren bilge yolcu!
Ey, aradıkça daha çok bulan kardeş,
Ey, buldukça merakı artan kardeş,
Sana 3.500 yıl öncesinden sesleniyorum...
Ben, Hitit Kralı Hattuşili’nin eşi,
Hitit İmparatorluğu’nun kraliçesi,
Kumanni Şehri’nin kızı,
Kraliçe Puduhepa...
Topraklarımda yaşayacak kadınları düşündüğümde,
Benden sonra var olacakları düşündüğümde,
Her zaman bir gülümseme gelir aklıma,
Dünyanın cesur, umutlu ve kendinden emin kadınları...
Mührüm, sana armağanımdır.
Mührüm, sana armağanımdır.
Mühürüm, umutlarının da mührü olsun.
Onu sakla ve koru...”

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Ek bilgi

Boyutlar 100 × 45 × 150 cm
Category

İçki Dolabı

Materials

Alpi Meşe Kaplama

Handle

Hand-carved Mardin stone

Legs and Handle Details

33-micron 999 fine silver-plated brass
* A protective lacquer has been applied to the silver surfaces

Edition

One of a Kind / 50

Lead Time

7-8 weeks

Care & Maintenance

Silver Care:

Each Marāu creation is meticulously handcrafted by master artisans, carrying forward the timeless legacy of Anatolia.
Its surface is finished with 33-micron 999 fine silver plating and protected with a transparent lacquer coating to preserve its beauty for many years.

Cleaning & Care

  • The transparent protective layer significantly delays tarnishing.
  • Clean only with a soft, dry microfiber cloth. If needed, gently wipe with a damp cloth and dry immediately.
  • Do not use detergents, chemical cleaners, alcohol, or silver-polishing products.

Usage Guidelines

  • Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, humidity, or heat.
  • Prevent scratches by avoiding contact with sharp or abrasive objects.
  • If the coating is compromised, please contact us for professional restoration and re-coating.

For Long-Lasting Elegance

  • Routine dusting is sufficient.
  • As each piece is made from natural materials, it may develop subtle signs of aging over time. Thanks to the protective coating, this process remains minimal and aesthetically refined.

Wood Care:

Cleaning & Care

• Dust regularly with a soft, dry microfiber cloth.
• If necessary, wipe gently with a slightly damp cloth and dry immediately.
• Do not use detergents, chemical cleaners, alcohol, or abrasive products.

Usage Guidelines

• Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, heat sources, and humidity.
• Natural wood veneer may respond to temperature and humidity changes; this is a normal and expected characteristic.
• Protect the surface from sharp or abrasive objects to prevent scratches.

For Long-Lasting Elegance

• Routine dusting is sufficient for everyday care.
• Over time, the wood may develop subtle signs of natural aging, enhancing the individuality of each piece.