“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.
1980s–1990s David Webb Hammered 18K Gold Clip Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Roma, RM
A striking pair of vintage David Webb earrings dating to the 1980s–1990s, showcasing the bold sculptural aesthetic that has made the American jeweler one of the most recognizable nam...
18k Gold
Seaman Schepps 2000s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Onyx Clip-On Earrings
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Roma, RM
Bold and unmistakably sculptural, this striking pair of Seaman Schepps earrings embodies the house's iconic celebration of organic materials and vibrant, oversized forms. Crafted in ...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Enamel and Diamond Tiger Brooch with Ruby, circa 1980s
By David Webb
Located in Roma, RM
This bold and highly collectible animal brooch by David Webb dates to the 1980s, a period during which the Maison continued to expand its iconic menagerie with increasingly sculptura...
Diamond, Ruby, Enamel
Modern Emerald, Diamond and Black Enamel Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Roma, RM
These striking contemporary earrings showcase a bold geometric composition where vivid emeralds, brilliant diamonds and glossy black enamel come together in a refined Art Deco-inspir...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Cartier Pearl and Diamond Earrings, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Roma, RM
Sophisticated Cartier drop earrings from the 1990s, exquisitely crafted in 18k white gold and distinguished by the Maison’s signature balance of refinement, movement, and timeless de...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
1980s French Gold and Lapis Lazuli Geometric Earrings
Located in Roma, RM
A striking pair of French earrings from the 1980s, masterfully crafted in 18-karat yellow gold and showcasing an elegant combination of sculpted lapis lazuli and finely textured gold...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold
David Webb Carved Topaz and Black Enamel Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Dallas, TX
Floral motif carved topaz set in 18K yellow gold and black enamel. Wonderful for everyday wear and business attire. From the Skibell Estate Collection Stamped: ©WEBB 18K
Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Kenneth Jay Lane 1990's Animal Print Enamel Clip-ons
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Kenneth Jay Lane 1990's Animal Print Enamel Clip-ons. These earrings are in excellent vintage condition and are a gold-tone. Length- 1" Width- 0.5"
David Webb Enamel and Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Enamel and Diamond Earrings Approximate Length: 1" Signed: Webb Back Type: Clip-on Metal Type: 18 karat yellow ...
Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold, Platinum
Kutchinsky tiger's eye hoop earrings, English, 1972.
By Kutchinsky
Located in London, GB
Kutchinsky tiger's eye hoop earrings. A matching pair, each set with carved tiger's eye, to a bold hoop design featuring textured gold detailing, fitted to reverse with a secure post...
Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold
David Webb 18k Gold Enamel Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Flushing, NY
DAVID WEBB 18K GOLD ENAMEL EARRINGS Designed as a pair of oval white enamel earrings, each decorated with textured 18K yellow gold crossed ribbon motifs, completed with clip backs. ...
18k Gold, Enamel
David Webb, Platinum 18K Gold Enamel Diamond Earrings, Certificate
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
These David Webb clip-on earrings showcase the house’s signature elegance with bold white enamel and shimmering diamond wave lines. Crafted from 18K go...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
