Gustave Caillebotte (1848–1894) was a French painter, art collector, and patron associated with the Impressionist movement. Born into a wealthy Parisian family, he trained as an engineer but later pursued art, studying at the École des Beaux-Arts. Caillebotte's style blended academic realism with impressionist sensibilities, focusing on modern urban life and unique perspectives. His most famous work, Paris Street; Rainy Day (1877), showcases his mastery of perspective and light, capturing everyday moments with striking clarity. Although closely associated with leading Impressionists like Monet and Renoir, Caillebotte’s style stood apart with its crisp detail and architectural precision. He was also a generous supporter of the movement, financing exhibitions and purchasing works by fellow artists. After his death, he bequeathed a significant collection of Impressionist masterpieces to the French state, many of which now reside in the Musée d'Orsay. Caillebotte’s contributions as both an artist and patron were largely overlooked for decades but have gained renewed recognition in recent years. His works are celebrated today for their innovation, emotional depth, and unique vision of 19th-century Paris.