“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.
Nari Fine Jewels Circle Necklace with Bezel Set Diamond in 14k Yellow
Located in beverly hills, CA
Designed and handcrafted by Nari Fine Jewels, Beverly Hills. Minimalist and modern, this gold circle necklace will add a fashion-forward look to your everyday wear. This open circle...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gems Are Forever 3.25 Ct. Diamond Link Chain Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
By Gems Are Forever
Located in beverly hills, CA
This exquisite bezel set diamond link necklace features 60 round brilliant cut diamonds that total approximately 3.25 carats. The diamonds are of exceptional F-G color and VS clarity...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Denise Roberge 22k Yellow Gold White South Sea Pearl Necklace & Earring Set
By Denise Roberge
Located in beverly hills, CA
This stunning was created by California-based jewelry designer Denise Roberge. Known for her exceptional craftsmanship, Roberge specializes in crafting unique pieces using high karat...
South Sea Pearl, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon Lapis Lazuli Wire Collar Necklace
Located in beverly hills, CA
This stunning wire collar necklace features a bezel-set Lapis Lazuli, set in 14K yellow gold. The Lapis Lazuli is a large gemstone, measuring 1.55 inches, with a total weight of appr...
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Denise Roberge 22k Yellow Gold Black Tahitian Pearl Necklace & Earring Set
By Denise Roberge
Located in beverly hills, CA
This stunning was created by California-based jewelry designer Denise Roberge. Known for her exceptional craftsmanship, Roberge specializes in crafting unique pieces using high karat yellow gold, along with precious and semi-precious stones and pearls. This exquisite necklace showcases large round black Tahitian pearls. The pearls range in size from 12 mm to 15 mm and boast excellent luster while being impeccably preserved. The necklace is secured with a substantial 22k Yellow Gold toggle clasp, embodying both elegance and durability. This stunning necklace offers versatility – it can be worn traditionally or with the clasp elegantly displayed at the front for an added touch of style. The earrings were finely crafted of solid 22k yellow gold and are each finished with a 16.10 mm pearl. The pearl is set at the top of the piece, and the earrings are adorned by 3 mm emeralds...
South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
36" By-the-Yard Necklace with Golden Pearls & Citrine – 14k Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
A luxurious blend of luster and warmth. This 36-inch by-the-yard necklace features 9 golden South Sea pearls (average length ~12mm) paired with 10 bezel-set Citrine gemstones, all se...
Citrine, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Link Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A striking and unmistakably David Webb necklace crafted in 18K yellow gold and black enamel, showcasing the designer's celebrated mastery of bold scale, texture, and color. The neckl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
David Webb 1980's Diamond Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Vintage Link Necklace
By David Webb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of stylized open navette shaped links alternating in size Larger links are glossed with opaque black enamel - minimal loss Smaller links are platinum-topped and bead set wi...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Infinity Link Necklace, Modern Design
By David Webb
Located in Queens, NY
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Infinity Link Necklace, fabricated with hammered and brightly polished gold links, center link with hinged hidden hoop for pendant suspension, joined with ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Stud Diamond And Black Enamel Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Stud Diamond And Black Enamel Necklace Coral, collet-set diamonds, black enamel, 18K gold, and platinum. David Webb certificate incl...
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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 Yellow Gold Link Black Enamel Diamond Chain Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This estate David Webb 18k Yellow Gold chain exhibits the timeless allure of black enamel in jewelry. Black enamel is celebrated for its dark, moody, and bold character. It exudes co...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
