“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.
Immense 22K Yellow Gold Honeycomb Dome Ring, Circa 1960s, 36g
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This immense dome ring, crafted in 22K yellow gold, is a bold piece from the 1960s, featuring a textured honeycomb design that lends a striking and massive presence. The rich, high-k...
Yellow Gold, Gold, 22k Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Domed Rigid Style Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Domed Fluted Style Ring. Fluted dome cocktail ring in hammered 18k yellow gold, signed "Webb" for David Webb. Size 4.75.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Detailed and Dramatic 18k Yellow Gold Large Scale Modernist Dome Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This fabulous 18k yellow gold Modernist ring is extremely intricate, with very high relief organic feeling motifs over it's entire surface. The ring measures a full 1 inch across th...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Dome Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Dome Ring is a stunning monochrome statement piece that effortlessly blends classic and contemporary design elements. The dome features an intricate scale and rope striped pattern, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail. Its bold yet elegant design makes it a versatile accessory, perfect for both day and night. This ring can be styled with other luxurious designer items for a cohesive and sophisticated look. Pair it with a Hermès Birkin bag and a pair of Christian Louboutin heels for a chic daytime ensemble. For evening wear, complement it with a sleek Chanel black dress and a pair of Jimmy Choo stilettos...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel High Dome Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
You will fall in love with this high dome white enamel ring by David Webb. It will look great with everything white, it is a perfect summer statement ring. It is also a typical We...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Kutchinsky 18KT Gold Openwork Bombé Ring, London 1970s
By Kutchinsky
Located in Braintree, GB
A Kutchinsky 18KT gold ring of sculptural bombé form, the domed head pierced with irregular circular apertures and worked all over with a textured finish. Signed Kutchinsky in script...
18k Gold
1960s 18K Gold Plated Dome Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into the allure of the 1960s with our stunning 18K Gold Plated Dome Ring, a classic design rendered in whimsical gold plating. This ring strikes the perfect balance between subt...
18k Gold, Gold Plate
Henry Dunay 18K Yellow Gold Hand-Hammered Dome Ring 1980's USA
By Henry Dunay
Located in North Miami, FL
This gorgeous and bold hallmarked Henry Dunay 18K gold ring is all hand hammered yellow gold. There is a plaque on the inside of the ring that states Dunay 18K. He is a well know and respected NYC...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Huge 14K Yellow Gold High Polish Finish Twisted Rope Style Dome Ring
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This visually powerful and substantial Mid-20th Century three section knot ring is a true statement ring. It will be well loved by all those who believe that "if you've got it, flaun...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s David Webb Gold Pyramid Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k hammered yellow gold. Signed by David Webb Circa 1980s Size 5 1/2, has a spring
18k Gold
Janet Yaseen Gold and Iolite Ring
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold and iolite ring. Designed as an elevated foliate mounting centering an oval iolite measuring approximately 8 x 10 mm. Size approximately 6 1/2. Gross weight approximately 12.60 grams. Attributed to Janet Yaseen.
Iolite, Gold, 18k Gold
Elegant White Gold Domed Lattice Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A white gold and diamond ring. Designed as a domed cocktail ring in a lattice pattern, the lattice set with approximately 41 round brilliant cut diamonds. - Total diamond weight ap...
1950s Large Gold Diamond Foliate Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A 14 karat yellow gold, platinum and diamond brooch, circa 1950s. Designed as an abstractly foliate form of textured gold applied with sprays and clusters of approximately 78 round ...
Two Yellow & White Gold Diagonal Oval Bangle Bracelets
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 18 karat yellow and white gold bracelets, Italian. Each bracelet designed as a hinged oval bangle with alternating diagonal segments of yellow and white gold, on one brace...
1970s Jean Mahie Gold Pisces Pendant Necklace
By Jean Mahie
Located in New York, NY
A 22 karat yellow gold necklace, Jean Mahie. Retailed by Cartier. Circa 1970. Designed as a length of Cadene 15 chain suspending a medallion depicting horological sign Pisces. Le...
VERDURA Golden South Sea Pearl Necklace
By Verdura
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold and pearl necklace, Verdura. Designed as a graduated strand of golden South Sea pearls ranging in size from approximately 11.0 to 13.8 mm completed by a bamb...
