This 1996 photograph by Mitchell Funk captures the iconic landmark in a burst of color and light.

Funk, an American photographer known for his vivid, fine-art style, frames the 330-meter-tall Eiffel Tower against a dramatic sky of pink, purple, and orange hues. The tower’s golden glow reflects in the Trocadéro fountains, while long-exposure streaks of red and green lights from passing cars add dynamic energy, with the Palais de Chaillot visible in the background.

In 1996, Paris was a blend of historic charm and modern vibrancy, with the Eiffel Tower drawing millions as the city prepared for the new millennium through urban enhancements like the Trocadéro renovations.

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