Spellbound Secrets 🪄 “I am Pazuzu, son of Hanpu, king of the evil wind demons.” This Neo-Assyrian amulet, carved from chalcedony between 681–627 BCE, wasn’t worn to summon evil — it was worn for protection. The fierce wind demon Pazuzu was believed to guard against darker forces, especially the child-harming demon Lamashtu. Inscribed with the name of an Assyrian exorcist who served kings Esarhaddon and Ashurbanipal, this amulet carried both power and identity. In the ancient world, even demons could be protectors. Discover the stories behind objects like this in Cursed! The Power of Magic in the Ancient World. On view starting March 21. Plan your visit at the link in our bio. #SpellboundSecrets #CursedExhibition #AncientMagic #ToledoMuseumOfArt . . . Cursed! The Power of Magic in the Ancient World is made possible through the generous support of Presenting Sponsors Susan and Tom Palmer, Season Sponsor Taylor Automotive Family, and Silver Sponsors Edward W. and Barnwell E...