Liputan6.com, Jakarta - Have you ever looked at a doll and felt scared? You are not alone. Many people feel uneasy around dolls, especially old ones. This fear is common across different cultures and time periods. Dolls have been part of scary stories for hundreds of years. Their human-like appearance but lifeless eyes can create an uncomfortable feeling. Some dolls are believed to carry dark spirits or strange powers that affect the people around them.
In this article, we will explore some of the most famous haunted dolls in the world. Each one has its own frightening story and mysterious past.
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Robert the Doll
Robert the Doll is a famous haunted doll. It was once owned by Robert Eugene Otto. He is a painter who lived in Florida. According to legend, Robert was given the doll as a gift by a voodoo practitioner. Then it became had by an evil spirit. The doll was said to move on its own and laugh. Robert the Doll is now on display at the Fort East Martello Museum, Key West.
Annabelle
Annabelle was the subject of the hit movie “The Conjuring.” The doll was given to a young girl in the 1970s. Strange and scary events started to happen. The doll was said to move on its own. The doll was said to be owned by the spirit of a dead girl. Annabelle is now kept in a glass case at the Warren Occult Museum. It is believed to be one of the most dangerous objects in the world.
Katja
Katja is a legend in the world of haunted dolls. It is said to be an antique doll. A family once owned it in Europe. According to legend, the family started to experience scary events. It happens after they bring the doll into their home. They heard objects moving on their own. Plus, the sound of footsteps when no one was present. The family finally became scared by the doll. Strange events continued to follow. Over time, the doll became known as a haunted object.
Peggy the Doll
Peggy the Doll is a haunting doll made in the early 20th century. A young girl in England bought this doll. She soon began to experience strange and scary events. The doll was said to move on its own. Then whispered in the girl's ear. Peggy even changed her expression.
Harold the Haunted Doll
Harold, the haunted doll, is a legendary figure. It is a porcelain doll. A young girl owned it in the early 20th century. According to legend, the doll scared the girl after it seemed to come to life. Then it started to move on its own. She finally gave the doll away. It's owned by several people. Each of them reported strange and scary experiences.
Okiku
Okiku is a legendary figure in Japanese folklore. It's known as a haunted doll. According to the story, Okiku was a girl who lived in the late 17th century. The story says that Okiku's ghost wants revenge for her unfair death. To calm Okiku's soul. A doll was made. Still many frightening dolls that exist in the world. Is one of these in your house? Who knows.