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New York, New York: Giant Pigeon

16-foot-high hyper-realist sculpture of Manhattan's indigenous bird. Has frightening yellow eyes. Officially named "Monster" by sculptor Ivan Argote. Unveiled Oct. 2024.

Address:
347 10th Ave., New York, NY
Directions:
Perched above the intersection of 10th Ave. and W. 30th St. Stairway access from the southeast corner.
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Giant Pigeon

Yep, it's a monster sky rat.

[Annie, 01/30/2025]

Pigeon - Monster.

Giant Pigeon

The pigeon is perched across from Whole Foods, on an extension of the High Line.

[Ken, 11/03/2024]

The 16-foot-high hyper-realist sculpture has been officially named "Monster" by its artist, Ivan Argote.


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