10 Most Famous Paranormal Objects In The World: Annabelle Doll, Dybbuk Box And More

10 Most Famous Paranormal Objects In The World: There are some things in this world that are said to be haunted, as well as being old or spooky. These objects, which range from the infamous Annabelle Doll to the terrifying Dybbuk Box, are supposedly cursed or possessed by malevolent spirits. After coming into contact with these items, numerous paranormal investigators, collectors, and even ordinary individuals have reported having horrific experiences such as ghost sightings, poor luck or mysterious noises.

Recently, a tragic incident shocked the paranormal community when paranormal investigator Dan Rivera reportedly died under mysterious circumstances while travelling with the haunted Annabelle doll. This incident brought global attention back to these cursed items, reminding people of the dark stories connected to them.

10 Most Haunted Objects In The World 

Whether it’s a doll that moves on its own, a chair that brings death to anyone who sits in it, or a painting that causes fear and sickness, these objects are more than just legends. Many are kept locked away in museums or vaults to avoid further harm. In this article, we explore the 10 most famous paranormal objects in the world and the chilling stories behind them.

1. Annabelle Doll

It is believed that Annabelle, a creepy doll with an unsettling appearance, is haunted by a malevolent soul. In the 1970s, two roommates reportedly observed the doll moving by itself and leaving ominous notes. Ed and Lorraine Warren, paranormal investigators, said it was haunted and, for safety, kept it in a glass case in their occult museum. Annabelle, a horror film, was inspired by the doll.

2. The Dybbuk Box

A wine cabinet known as the Dybbuk Box has been said to be haunted by a wicked spirit from Jewish legend known as the Dybbuk. Its new owner had terrible luck, weird smells, and nightmares after purchasing it at an estate auction. Similar horrifying incidents were thereafter recounted by other people who possessed or handled the box. Because of its shady history, it is currently locked up and serves as the inspiration for the film The Possession.

3. The Anguished Man Painting

The anguished man painting (Image: Fine Art America)

This painting is believed to evoke terror and paranormal activity since it depicts a dark person with a screaming face. It is said that the artist poured his own blood into the paint and committed suicide soon after. According to the present owner, anytime the picture is out, he sees shadows, hears sobbing, and has weird experiences.

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4. The Bell Witch Haunting

In the early 1800s, a family in Tennessee reported that a ghostly spirit had been haunting them for years. Known as the Bell Witch, the ghost tore hair, scarred walls and even killed John Bell, the family's father. President Andrew Jackson is said to have visited the location because the story became so well-known. 

5. The Crying Boy Painting

The crying Boy, Robert The doll (Image: Etsy and Atlas Obscura)

In the UK, this mass-produced artwork of a weeping kid gained notoriety after it was set on fire in multiple homes. Strangely, the painting would not be harmed by the fire. People began to think it was cursed or brought bad luck. To prevent damage, many eventually destroyed or disposed of the painting.

6. Robert the Doll

In Key West, Florida, a youngster named Robert Eugene Otto received a vintage doll called Robert. Locals thought the doll had a life of its own, and the boy blamed it for mischievous actions. The doll is said to move, chuckle, and bring misfortune to people who mistreat it. It is now housed in a museum, and guests are urged to obtain permission before snapping a picture of it.

7. Thomas Busby’s Chair

Thomas Busby Chair and The Hands Resist Him (Image: Evil fandom and Amazon)

This chair is believed to be cursed by a man named Thomas Busby, who was hanged in 1702. Before his execution, he supposedly cursed the chair, saying anyone who sat in it would die. Over the years, many who sat in the chair died mysteriously. It’s now kept in a museum and hung on a wall, so no one can sit on it.

8. The Hands Resist Him Painting

This eerie painting shows a young boy standing beside a life-sized doll with hands reaching toward them from a glass door. It gained attention when people who bought or viewed the painting reported feeling sick, scared, or uneasy. Some claimed the figures in the painting moved at night. It became an internet legend known as "the world’s most haunted painting."

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9. The Woman from Lemb (Goddess of Death Statue)

The woman of death statue and Basano vase (Image: Tumblr and X)

Known as the "Goddess of Death," this little stone figurine was discovered in Cyprus and is thought to bring death or bad luck to its owner. According to reports, families that owned it passed away soon after. It is currently kept in a Scottish museum after going through numerous ownership changes.

10. Basano Vase

According to legend, the Basano Vase is a silver vase that was created in Italy in the fifteenth century. The bride who had it is said to have passed away while holding the vase on her wedding night. Afterwards, anybody who owned it also perished in suspicious ways. After being buried with a warning note, the vase is now thought to be stored away to stop further fatalities.