Paris Street, Rainy Day
- Artist
- Gustave Caillebotte
- Date
- 1877
- Style
- Impressionism
- Genre
- Genre painting
- Location
- Art Institute of Chicago
Gustave Caillebotte's Paris Street, Rainy Day (1877) is a notable Oil painting that exemplifies his unique contribution to Impressionism. Depicting pedestrians crossing a rain-soaked canvas of the Place de Dublin (then Carrefour de Moscou) near Gare Saint-Lazare, the work showcases a realistic, detailed portrayal emphasizing line and perspective over broad brushstrokes. Although associated with Impressionist artists, Caillebotte's style leans towards genre painting and realism, offering a cinematic snapshot of urban life rather than the typical hazy, spontaneous effects. This piece remains one of his best-known works, highlighting everyday modern urban scenes with precise detail.
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