Pazuzu Statuette
900 BC - 609 BC
Bronze
Original Site Unknown
14 cm x 9.3 cm x 6.0 cm
Bronze
Original Site Unknown
14 cm x 9.3 cm x 6.0 cm
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Discussion Questions
Use the questions provided to guide your examination of the artifact.
If this object is an amulet, what does it suggest about the role of magic in the lives of the ancient Mesopotamians?
Why do you think protection during childbirth would have been particularly important to the ancient Mesopotamians?
Based on his description, how would you characterize Pazuzu?