MEXICO - Sacred Messenger Mulberry

Cuauhtémoc Wetzka's Sacred Messenger celebrates the guajolote (wild turkey) in Nahua tradition. Drawing from indigenous symbolism where these birds represent abundance and spiritual connection, this pattern transforms the vigilant turkey into geometric forms honoring its protective presence. Through vibrant colors and balanced design, it embodies the bird's role as a guardian of prosperity.

** Artworks are not indicative or representative of entire cultures. They are created by individuals whose work is informed by their own histories and communities.**

SPECIFICATION

Substrate: Commercial-grade Type II wallcovering made from recycled plastic bottles
Inks: UVgel 460 UV-curable inks, GREENGUARD Gold Certified for low emissions
Finish: Light stipple texture with a low-sheen appearance
Width: 54" | 52" printed
Weight: 15 oz per linear yard
Repeat: 13"W x 13"H (straight match)
Fire Rating: Passes ASTM E-84 Class A; CAN/ULC S102
Breathability: Minimum 66 perms (ASTM E96 Wet Cup Test)
VOC Emissions: Substrate meets California CDPH Standard (CA 01350)

PERFORMANCE

Durable for high-traffic commercial spaces
Breathable construction to resist mold and mildew
Compatible with standard wallcovering adhesives and primers
Designed for use in environmentally controlled indoor spaces

SUSTAINABILITY

Printed on a substrate with 31% post-consumer recycled content
Substrate free of PVC, phthalates, chlorine, formaldehyde, plasticizers, and heavy metals
Low VOC emissions — substrate meets California CDPH Standard (CA 01350)
Printed with GREENGUARD Gold Certified inks for healthier indoor air quality
Health Product Declaration (HPD) available for substrate
Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) available (wallcovering industry average)
Substrate NSF/ANSI 342 Silver Certified for sustainability
Made to order in the U.S. to reduce waste and minimize carbon footprint

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NAHUA PEOPLE - MEXICO

CUAUHTEMOC WETZKA

Cuauhtémoc Wetzka is an illustrator originally from Zongolica, recognized for his work that gives voice to childhood, the indigenous community and the richness of native languages. He has illustrated story books, posters, illustrations and cartoons for brands including Google, Apple, Cirque du Soleil's One Drop Foundation, and various publishers. His work has been exhibited in Argentina, Colombia, Guatemala, Spain, France, Estonia, Slovakia, Poland, Taiwan, Canada, Turkey and the United States.

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