Un tronçon historique de l’escalier d’origine de la tour Eiffel s’apprête à s’envoler aux enchères
The auction house Artcurial is set to auction a 2.75-meter-tall section of the original spiral staircase from the Eiffel Tower on May 21. This specific segment, consisting of fourteen riveted steel steps, was part of the structure connecting the second and third floors until it was dismantled in 1983 to make way for modern elevators. Estimated between €120,000 and €150,000, the piece holds significant historical value as it is the inaugural 'Lot No. 1' from the original 1983 dispersal sale.
This sale highlights the enduring global fascination with industrial relics and the symbolic power of the Eiffel Tower as an icon of French modernity. Previous auctions of similar sections have seen prices soar past €500,000, far exceeding their initial estimates. Coming on the heels of the monument's prominence during the Paris 2024 Olympics and a major restoration of its historic color, the auction serves as a barometer for the high-end market for architectural artifacts and national heritage items.