The Eiffel Vision
A universal masterpiece inspired by Egypt
Gustave Eiffel (1832–1923), a visionary engineer and entrepreneur, created the Eiffel Tower, a symbol of human ingenuity.
Behind this technical feat lies a deeper inspiration: the legacy of ancient Egypt.
At Ferdinand de Lesseps’s request, Eiffel spent time in Egypt during the construction of the Suez Canal. There, he encountered monumental works such as the Sphinx, pyramids, and obelisks that would profoundly influence his architectural vision.
Thanks to the research conducted by the Cercle d’Études Scientifiques Pierre Rayer, it is now proven that the Eiffel Tower specifically incorporates the combined structure of the Sphinx and the Obelisk:
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Massive stability (the base of the Sphinx)
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Elevation toward the sky (the obelisk)
Far from being a mere industrial achievement, the Eiffel Tower thus belongs to the tradition of great sacred architecture.
Its funding also reflects this Franco-Egyptian connection:
- The Franco-Egyptian Bank, alongside Société Générale and the ancestors of BNP Paribas, played a key role in financing the project.
- Albert Rostand, then director of the Franco-Egyptian Bank, was crucial in mobilizing the funds.
Inaugurated in 1889, the Eiffel Tower is the modern expression of millennia of knowledge, uniting ancient Egypt and industrial France.
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