D. Sloane

D. Sloane (David Sloan) is a prominent Diné (Navajo) artist celebrated for his versatility across jewelry, painting, and printmaking. Based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, Sloane is known for his “Old Style” casting techniques, which produce the heavy, textured silverwork seen in this pendant. His jewelry often features high-grade American turquoise and is recognized for its architectural strength and traditional symbolic motifs. A regular participant in prestigious shows like the Santa Fe Indian Market, Sloane’s work is held in numerous private and museum collections, including the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian. He remains a vital figure in the evolution of contemporary Native American art, bridging ancestral methods with a refined, modern graphic sensibility.