“Women are tired of jewelry-looking jewelry,” celebrated American designer David Webb once noted. In response, he created a menagerie of whimsical animals rendered as rings, brooches, earrings and, especially, bangle bracelets. This playfulness permeates all Webb’s work, which is characterized by brightly hued enamel and color-saturated semiprecious stones like coral, azurmalachite and turquoise, the notable exception being the clear, elegant rock crystal for which he had an affinity.
The North Carolina native apprenticed with his uncle, a silversmith, before moving to New York, where he established David Webb Inc. in 1948. He had no formal training in jewelry design. Instead, he culled inspiration from the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia, Egypt and the Americas, as well as the traditions of India and China — influences discernible in such pieces as his collar necklaces and talisman-like sautoirs.
Webb’s first animal bracelet was produced in 1957. His most famous, the zebra, took shape in 1963; its stripes now form the company’s logo. Although Webb died in 1975, his company continues to produce designs drawn from his extensive archives, and every piece is still made in the workshop above its Madison Avenue store.
Find an alluring collection of David Webb jewelry on 1stDibs, including earrings, brooches and other accessories.
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Rock Crystal Diamond Frog Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Hammered Gold, Platinum, Rock Crystal, Diamond and Cabochon Emerald Frog Clip-Brooch by David Webb. This beautiful creature is created in 18 kt. gold, the stylized hammered gold frog...
Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$18,970
David Webb Frog Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold, white enamel, and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds for the eyes. Signed by David Webb 1 3/4 x 1 1/4 inch
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
$18,000
David Webb Frog Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold, green enamel, and Cabochon Rubies for the eyes. Signed by David Webb 1 3/4 x 1 1/4 inch
Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel
Designer J Cooper Gold Frog Brooch Pin Fine Estate Jewelry
By Jeff Cooper
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Awesome! Finely detailed J COOPER Designer Gold Whimsical Frog Brooch with Ruby Eyes. Hand crafted in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. Signed and marked: "COOPER ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Signed Designer Cooper Gold Frog Brooch Pin Fine Estate Jewelry
By Jeff Cooper
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Designer Signed Awesome Frog with Ruby Eyes Brooch. Hand crafted in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. Signed and marked: "COOPER 18K". This brooch epitomizes vi...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Tree Frog Brooch/Pin #23403
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Tree Frog Brooch/Pin- This whimsical piece features a charming tree frog crafted in beautifully detailed 14k yellow gold. Accented with two faceted red stone eyes th...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,320
David Webb Frog Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold, white enamel, and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds for the eyes. Signed by David Webb 1 x 5/8 inch
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
$3,797
H 0.15 in W 1.96 in L 1.57 in
1950s Yellow Gold Cabochon Cut Frog Brooch with Emerald Ruby Garnet and Diamond
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.22 carat diamond. 5.95 carat garnet, 0.10 carat ruby and emerald, and 14 karat yellow gold 'frog' brooch; part of our diverse vintage jewelry collections. This fine and impressive vintage cabochon cut frog brooch has been crafted in 14k yellow gold in the form of a frog. The head of the frog is embellished with three pavé set eight-cut diamonds and a pavé set round cut emerald. Two individually bezel set round cut rubies represent the eyes. The body of the frog is ornamented with two feature bezel set garnet cabochons, totalling 5.95Cts. The hind legs of the frog are embellished with a total of seven transitional modern brilliant round cut pavé set diamonds. The 14k gold frame is embellished with a subtle millegrain and engraved decoration. The brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and safety clasp. The frog brooch is hallmarked to the reverse with the mark for 14k gold (14k) and the maker's mark 'W.F.S'. This impressive vintage frog brooch...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Green Enamel Ruby Eyes Frog Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A playful and highly collectible David Webb frog brooch crafted in richly textured 18K yellow gold and vibrant green enamel. Designed with Web...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
English Yellow Sapphire Diamond Gold Frog Brooch Pin
Located in New York, NY
English made 18k yellow and white gold frog brooch, set with yellow sapphires, emerald eyes and approx. 0.64ctw in SI/H diamonds. Brooch is 33mm x 30mm. Marked 750, English marks. We...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold
19K Yellow Gold Sapphire Pearl & Rose Cut Diamond Antique Pin
Located in Coral Gables, FL
A remarkable statement of vintage elegance, this 19K yellow gold gemstone pin showcases a beautiful harmony of sapphires, pearls, and antique-inspired diamond detailing. Crafted in ...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Antique Yellow Gold Diamond Bow Pin
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Bow Brooch Featuring 11 Old Mine Cut Diamonds Totaling Approximately 1.00 Carat. Finished Weight Is 4.1 Grams. 1.2 Inch...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pearl Wreath Brooch
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Wreath Pin with Bow Accent Featuring 14 Cultured Pearls and 3 Round Sapphires Totaling 0.15 Carats. 1 Inch Diameter. Finished Weight is 2.8 Grams.
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Opal & Diamond Enamel Ring
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Rich in vintage charm and artistic detail, this 14K yellow gold opal and diamond fashion ring is a striking statement piece that beautifully combines luminous gemstones with dramatic...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Rose gold and citrine oval cocktail ring with leaf detail
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Large 18 karat rose gold cocktail ring featuring an oval citrine estimated to weigh 9.4 carats accented by a leaf design. Finger size 6.5. Includes one sizing service prior to shippi...
Citrine, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Tiffany and Co. Oval Cufflinks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Tiffany and Co Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Cufflinks with Textured Linear Design. Finished Weight is 19.4 Grams.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
