Shewing platforms in previous plate after building out first strut 1887

This 1887 photograph, "Shewing platforms in previous plate after building out first strut," is an anonymous documentation of the construction of the Eiffel Tower. The photograph, measuring 359 mm by 291 mm, captures the intricate network of steel struts and platforms that formed the tower's framework during its early stages. The image offers a glimpse into the engineering prowess of the era and the monumental task of building one of the world's most iconic structures.