“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.
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Blue Enamel Ram's Head Bypass Statement Ring 1960-1970s
Located in Towson, MD
This 18 karat yellow gold ram's head bypass ring is a striking example of figural, animalier jewelry design dating to the 1960s to 1970s. Modeled as a fully three dimensional ram's h...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Ram Diamond Head Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Step into the enchanting realm of the David Webb "Kingdom Collection" with this extraordinary and rare Ram's Head brooch pendant. Crafted in luxurious 18 KT yellow gold, this piece i...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Lalaounis Ram RIng
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a Rose cut Diamond and two small Rubies as the eyes. Signed by Ilias Lalaounis Circa 1970s Size 7 1/2, resizable
18k Gold
Carved 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ram Motif High Profile Cocktail Ring with Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This bold and distinctive ring features a ram’s head design, richly crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The brilliant round-cut diamonds add a radiant sparkle to the intricate sculptura...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ram Enamel Ring 18K Yellow Gold Animal Jewelry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Ram Ring - nice artistic work Unique 3D Ram Sculpture Design with blue Enamel 18K Yellow Gold approx 8.7 grams Finger size 6.5 - 7 ( a bit fle...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Textured 18K Yellow Gold Carved Coral Ram’s Head Statement Ring Ca 1960s
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Sculptural and unapologetically bold, this exceptional vintage ring from the 1960s is a masterclass in texture, form, and symbolism. Crafted in richly textured 18 karat yellow gold,...
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Enamel Ram Cocktail Ring with Rubies, 14K/18K Yellow Gold, USA, 1960
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This enamel Rams ring is very special. It is enameled in Green with Ruby accents throughout. This ring is used and the band is a bit out of shape but definitely wearable. It has t...
Ruby, Yellow Gold, Enamel
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Double Head Lion Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Step into the world of timeless elegance with this vintage David Webb 18k yellow gold double head lion ring. Featuring two majestic lions facing each other, this ring exudes strength...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Diamond Gold Ram's Head Ring
Located in New York, NY
14k yellow gold vintage ram's head ring, set with approx. 0.05ctw in diamonds and ruby eyes. Ring size 7.25, top is 23mm x 26mm. Marked 14k. Weight of the piece - 19.4 grams.
Diamond, Gold
Lalaounis Greece Ruby Gold Ram's Head Ring
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in New York, NY
Classic ram's head 18k gold ring, crafted by Greek designer Ilias Lalaounis, adorned with ruby eyes. Ring size 6, top is 0.5" wide. Hallmarked with Lalaounis symbol, A21 and 750. Wei...
Ruby, Gold
