Eusebi Güell i Bacigalupi

Eusebi Güell i Bacigalupi was a Catalan industrialist and philanthropist in 19th-century Spain. He is best known for his friendship and collaboration with architect Antoni Gaudí, commissioning several innovative projects, including the famous Park Güell in Barcelona. Güell played a significant role in promoting Catalan culture and modernization through his investments and support for arts and architecture. His vision and patronage helped shape Barcelona’s urban landscape and cultural heritage, making him a key figure in Catalonia’s development and artistic legacy.