Eiffel Tower - A bust of Gustave Eiffel by Antoine Bourdelle was unveiled
Time: Thursday May 2, 1929
Place: Paris, France
Details: A bust of Gustave Eiffel by Antoine Bourdelle was unveiled at the base of the north leg on 2 May 1929.
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