Large geometric statues of gorillas, bears and turtles have been scattered around the UAE in recent months. The 3D sculptures, which can be found in restaurants like Nasr It at the Four Seasons, Jumeirah or on the Burj Al Arab beach, are the brainchild of French-Tunisian artist Driss B.

 

The Dubai-based artist who recently relocated to the UAE from France, launched his very own non-fungible tokens (NFTs) titled “Polyverse Art” — a collection of 11,000 digital animal sculptures with their own unique names and distinct personalities. The virtual art pieces launched on the Ethereum blockchain last month.

 

Take a look at some of his sculptures: