Creole Cottages order of New Orleans signed by artist and free shipping

On The banks of the Mississippi River is New Orleans celebrated French Quarter. Here in the Vieux Carre are the majority of the cities Creole Cottages. Built between 1790-1850, the style was developed to accommodate the humid, subtropical climate of the South and represents the fusion of French, Spanish and Caribbean architectural influences order. The Creole Cottage typically sits close to the property line, at street level, Common features are are shutters, French doors, vertical board shutters that cover windows and and a central chimney. They can be found in an array of bright and pastel color combinations that lead to the vibrancy and unique flare of the French Quarter. The Creole Cottage serves as a continuous reminder of New Orleans place in our nations culture, historical , and architectural history.