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Eiffel Tower Staircase Section Up For Auction
8 Apr
Summary
- A section of the Eiffel Tower's original spiral staircase is up for auction.
- The 14-step section measures 2.75 meters high and is expected to sell for $175,000.
- This historic piece has been in a private collection for over 40 years.
A significant piece of the Eiffel Tower's original spiral staircase is scheduled for auction in Paris on May 21. This section, comprising 14 steps and measuring 2.75 meters high, connected the second and third floors of the tower from its opening in 1889 until 1983.
Removed during a major renovation in 1983 when elevators replaced the original stairs, this historic segment has been preserved in a private collection for over 40 years. It has undergone a complete restoration for the sale and is estimated to fetch between €120,000 and €150,000 (approximately $140,000 to $175,000).
This auction presents a rare chance to acquire a tangible piece of the French monument. While other sections of the staircase were also sold in 1983 and are held in various museums globally, including in France and Japan, this particular piece offers an immersive connection to the tower's past.
Artcurial, the auction house, notes that such sales are infrequent and highlight the historical significance of these artifacts. A previous section sold for a record €523,800 in 2016, underscoring the strong market interest in these unique historical items.
