Paris Street, Rainy Day by Gustave Caillebotte - 300 Piece Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle

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Caillebotte grew up close to this Paris intersection near Saint-Lazare train station. The streets and buildings of his youth had...
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  • Every puzzle invites you to discover uniquely handcrafted whimsy (shaped) pieces, thoughtfully designed to complement the image theme.
  • Irregular pieces provide an engaging challenge, keeping puzzlers intrigued with interesting shapes and rewarding problem-solving.
  • To ensure exceptional durability, each puzzle is crafted from premium 4mm FSC-certified Finnish birch plywood.
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Caillebotte grew up close to this Paris intersection near Saint-Lazare train station. The streets and buildings of his youth had been demolished and replaced by the modern city scene he painted here in 1877.

The perfect gift for wooden jigsaw puzzlers and Fine Art enthusiasts, this traditional adult wooden jigsaw puzzle can be done time and again. Our wooden jigsaw puzzle artists have included many Paris-themed shaped whimsy puzzle pieces that match the subject of the painting, and we have integrated them in ways that will delight and surprise you as you put the puzzle 
together.
 
  • Includes Bonus Poster to Guide Assembly
  • Number of Puzzle Pieces: 300
  • Completed Puzzle Size: 10.5" X 14"
  • Artist: Gustave Caillebotte
  • Serial #: NP19-300-114
  • Wood Thickness: 4mm
  • Design Cut Style: Victorian
  • Difficulty: Level 3
  • Made in the USA
  • Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle for Adults
  • Serial #: NP19-300-114
  • Includes a Bonus Poster to Guide Assembly
  • Made in the USA
  • Number of Puzzle Pieces: 300
  • Completed Puzzle Size: 10.5" X 14"
  • Design Cut Style: Victorian
  • Difficulty: Level 3

Gustave Caillebotte

Gustave Caillebotte was a French painter born in Paris in 1848. He was known for his unique contributions to the Impressionist movement and detailed depictions of urban life. Coming from a wealthy family, Caillebotte earned a law degree but soon devoted himself to art, studying at the École des Beaux-Arts and developing friendships with key figures of the Impressionist circle, including Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. His financial independence allowed him to pursue his own artistic vision and support his fellow artists, helping to organize and fund several important Impressionist exhibitions.

Caillebotte’s paintings are distinguished by their precise realism and modern subjects, often focusing on the transformation of Paris during the late 19th century. Works like Paris Street, Rainy Day, and The Floor Scrapers showcase his unique artistic techniques, particularly his interest in perspective, geometry, and the changing urban landscape. His compositions often feature unusual viewpoints, strong structural elements, and a nuanced treatment of light, bridging traditional academic painting and the freer brushwork of Impressionism. While some critics struggled to categorize his style at the time, Caillebotte’s work offered a vital and dynamic vision of contemporary life, intriguing viewers with his innovative use of perspective and geometry.

Later in life, Caillebotte increasingly focused on other passions, including gardening and yacht design, but he continued to paint until he died in 1894. His legacy is twofold, resting on his innovative contributions to painting and his crucial role as a patron and advocate for Impressionism. Many of the masterpieces now associated with the movement were preserved and brought into public collections thanks to his foresight and generosity. Today, Gustave Caillebotte is celebrated as a crucial figure whose work captures the spirit of modern Paris and the evolution of contemporary art. His advocacy for Impressionism, ensuring its recognition and preservation, is a testament to his love for art and his fellow artists.