György Zala
1858–1937 (age 79)
Biography
György Zala was a sculptor whose monumental works helped define the face of Budapest, blending classical form with patriotic fervor. His sculptures, often gracing public squares, celebrate national heroes and embody a poetic sense of movement that continues to inspire admiration.
His artistry lives on in the stone and bronze that witness to the epoch he shaped, and his memorial at Fiume Road Graveyard invites visitors to honor a beloved master of sculptural expression.