Wrought with character October 12, 2016 1:00 PM | Paula Burch-Celentano pburch@tulane.edu View PDF Decorative ironwork adds charm to a residence in the lower French Quarter. Wrought iron, which flourished in New Orleans under Spanish rule (1763-1803), gave way to cast iron in the 19th century. Other Related Articles Chef Dook Chase brings New Orleans flavor to Tulane and TV Tulane reflects on Katrina: 20 years of renewal and resilience Tulane filmmakers make a strong showing at the 2025 New Orleans Film Festival Preservation in practice: Tulane students restore historic tombs Business leader calls Tulane’s downtown expansion a ‘transcendent’ opportunity for New Orleans