12. Animal Sculptures By Artist Idriss B. Along Park Avenue

Rexor the tyrannosaurus rex sculpture
Rexor the Tyrannosaurus Rex. Courtesy of Raul Tovar.

Along Park Avenue between 34th and 38th Streets in the Murray Hill neighborhood are a series of polygonal-shaped animal sculptures by artist Idriss B. Born and raised in Paris, Idriss B. has previously helped create retail and window displays for luxury brands such as Dior, Coach, and Michael Kors. Presented by Patrons of Park Avenue (POPA), these sculptures serve as the organization’s inaugural art installation. Featured sculptures include Rexor the Tyrannosaurus Rex, Mojo the Gorilla, Baloo the Bear, and Manny the Mammoth, among others. Exhibited as part of NYC Parks’ Art in the Parks Program, Idriss B’s work will be on display until February 2023.

“One of the most beautiful places in the world is New York and it is the perfect place for me to exhibit my work,” Idriss B. said. “It is a hardworking city with a warm family environment, so it is very fitting for people to see and feel the strength of my pieces while bringing the fun to everybody, especially the kids.”