11. “Eyes” by Louise Bourgeois

“Eyes”, 1995 by artist Louise Bourgeois

The French-born artist, Louise Bourgeois, who moved to Manhattan in the 1940s, was known for welcoming artists into her studio on 20th Street until her death in 2010 at the age of 98. She created the installation aptly names “Eyes” for Battery Park City. These two giant eyes, which are 37″ x 37″ x 37″ and made of granite, seem to be a big hit with children, who climb on them, around them, and they are so large that they even hide behind them. Located in Wagner Park, they are positioned so as to overlook the Hudson River.