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Paris Street; Rainy Day by Gustave Caillebotte

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Paris Street; Rainy Day

Gustave Caillebotte, 1848–1894 · 1877

Couples cross a wide Paris intersection under black umbrellas on a wet afternoon. Caillebotte painted the brand-new boulevards of his city.

Why it's great for language

People with umbrellas in a wide grey street — perfect for weather and city words.

A gentle note

Gustave Caillebotte's work fits weather, the city, present continuous better than "present simple". Try one of those focuses, or pick another artist from the gallery.

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The painting adapts to your focus — chosen now: Paris Street; Rainy Day.

Language focus

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Duration

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A complete lesson, painted around Paris Street; Rainy Day.