Zurab Tsereteli, a Georgian-Russian artist known for his controversial large-scale monuments, has died at 91. He gained fame during the Soviet era and created notable works in Moscow and around the world, including a monument to Tsar Peter the Great and the Tear of Grief monument in New Jersey. Despite mixed receptions, he was respected in the art community and served as president of the Russian Academy of Arts. His works often sparked debate, reflecting his close ties to political figures. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)