“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 Ancient World Collar Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Crafted with Artistry and Passion the 18K Yellow Gold Design is Focused Around Three Scroll Reeded Accent Links of Hammered Gold. Collection - Ancient World Circa - 1990's Signed - ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 6.40cttw Diamond Choker Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Step into the world of timeless elegance with this captivating estate yellow gold necklace by the legendary David Webb. Crafted with met...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Large Ancient World Open Link Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Hammered Gold Link Necklace 18 kt., composed of graduated modified square-shaped links quartered by raised geometric scrolled sections and raised bars...
Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Open Link Collar Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a masterpiece of timeless elegance and sophistication, the Estate 18k Yellow Gold and Diamond Open Link Necklace by David Webb. ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 25 carat Diamond Collar Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The David Webb collar necklace is a breathtaking piece of jewelry that exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship and luxurious design for which the brand is renowned. Crafted in a comb...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$36,700
W 0.56 in L 14 in
David Webb 1980's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Hammered Twist Collar Necklace
By David Webb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a domed twist link collar with hammer texture Completed by concealed press release closure Hinged for easy application Stamped for 18 karat gold Signed for David Webb Cir...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Twisted Rope Link Diamond Collar Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The David Webb Twisted Rope Link Diamond Collar Necklace is a true masterpiece, elegantly crafted with brilliant-cut diamonds, hammered 18K gold, and platinum. This exquisite piece m...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Diamond Collar 9.00cttw Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Black Enamel Collar Necklace is a true statement of luxury and sophistication. Designed with sleek black enamel detailing, the ne...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Diamond Collar 9.00cttw Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Prepare to be enchanted by the mesmerizing beauty of this David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Diamond Collar Necklace. This extraordinary piece exemplifies the unparal...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Yellow Gold Collar - Micheletto
By Vanessa Drumond
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Description: This round-shaped collar from the Comma collection is designed with a half-length barrel, ensuring a perfect and comfortable fit for the female neck. The collar is made ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Hammered Gold Station Chocker Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold. Signed by David Webb 13 inches long
18k Gold
Vintage 1970s David Webb Gold Collar Necklace with Diamonds
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 2.50 carats. Signed by David Webb Circa 1970s 15 inches long
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Yellow Gold Choker Necklace with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold featuring Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.80 carat. Circa 1970s. 15 inches.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s Gold Link Collar Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold. Circa 1980s 15 1/2 inches
18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Gold Cable Link Collar Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a Round Brilliant cut Diamond weighing approximately 0.15 carat. Circa 1980s 17 1/2 inches long
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1990s Bvlgari Two Toned Collar Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and stainless steel. Signed by Bvlgari Circa 1990s 16 inches long
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
