Gezicht op het Palais du Trocadéro tijdens de Wereldtentoonstelling van 1900 in Parijs, op de voorgrond de schaduw van de Eiffeltoren 1900

This sepia-toned photograph, captured by Paul Lucena in 1900, presents a captivating view of the Palais du Trocadéro during the Paris World's Fair. The iconic Eiffel Tower casts its imposing shadow in the foreground, a testament to the grandeur of this international event. The Palais, a monumental architectural masterpiece, dominates the composition, its imposing facade framed by a bustling crowd. The photograph captures the energy and excitement of the fair, offering a glimpse into the bustling atmosphere of the Parisian cityscape at the turn of the century.