Lib Folder? Unix executable files

So suddenly a folder entitled "lib" appeared in my documents folder without me putting it there. Or shall I say without me intentionally putting there. But before I remove it I just wanted to make sure it is not a critical system component. Oh and the folder contains the files; libdaz-qsa.dylib,libdaz-qt-mt.dylib, and libdzcore.dylib. These are all unix executable files ranging in size from 2.8 MB to 9.8 MB. Anyone have an idea of where this folder originated from, so I can promptly return it to ts proper home? A place for everything and everything in it's place. Thanks in advance, to anyone that can help
powerbook G4 1 Ghz 12.1 inch   Mac OS X (10.4.7)  

Did you perchance recently download and install Bryce from DAZ?
http://bryce.daz3d.com/55index.php
I seem to remember they had a special free download last month. Must say that your Documents folder is a rather weird place for their dynamic library files to go though...
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