Eagle Dancers at Sacred Window Rock Cuff by Floyd Becenti

This extraordinary vintage cuff is a rare, untouched treasure from the 1980s—a never-before-worn vault stock piece showcasing the masterful silver overlay work of renowned Navajo artist Floyd Becenti. Crafted in his signature dramatic storyteller style, the cuff features intricate narrative scenes rendered with precision, depth, and powerful symbolism. Each detail reflects the artist’s gift for translating Navajo life, history, struggle, and spiritual tradition into wearable art.

Becenti’s work is revered for its bold storytelling: appliqued figures, traditional motifs, and layered imagery that speaks to both ancestral memory and modern experience. His silverwork commands presence, and this cuff is a true collector’s piece—rich in meaning, unapologetically detailed, and unmistakably his hand.

Artist Information – Floyd Becenti
Floyd Becenti (b. March 9, 1962, Phoenix) was born into the Táchii'nii (Red Running Into the Water) clan and born for the Tóaheedliinii (Water Flows Together) clan. His nali is Bit'ahnii (Folded Arms) and his chei is Haltsooi (Meadow People). Known for his intricate overlay and appliqué narrative designs, Becenti created powerful visual stories addressing Navajo ceremonies, cultural resilience, historic and modern struggles, and pivotal events—including his response to tragedies affecting Native communities. His pieces—whether cuffs, plates, conchos, or seed pots—are widely admired for their emotional depth and astonishing detail.

Details

• Vintage 1980s
• Never-before-worn vault stock
• Sterling silver storyteller overlay
• Master artist: Floyd Becenti (Navajo)
• Measures approx. 1" wide, 2 1/2" across, just under 2" deep