“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 18K Yellow Gold Carved Lapis Lazuli Cuff Diamond Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, stylish and colorful bracelet created by David Webb in the 1980s. Made of carved lapis lazuli, 18 karat yellow gold and accented with round brilliant cut diamonds (F-G color...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Enamel and Diamond Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Diamond, enamel and eighteen karat gold bracelet, David Webb convex diamond shape links in blue enamel highlighted by round brilliant-cut diamond set links; estimated total diamond w...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
David Webb Platinum and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Enamel and Diamond Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Diamond, enamel and eighteen karat gold bracelet, David Webb convex diamond shape links in blue enamel highlighted by round brilliant-cut diamond set links; estimated total diamond w...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel With Gemstones And Diamonds Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional bracelet by David Webb is a bold celebration of color, craftsmanship, and unmistakable style. Masterfully crafted in 18K yellow gold, it features the designer’s sign...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold, Platinum Double Lion Black Enamel Sapphire Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Prepare to be captivated by the extraordinary beauty and rarity of this vintage David Webb Double Lion Head Bracelet. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exquisite piec...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
David Webb 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rock Crystal Link Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold and Rock Crystal Open-Link Bracelet. A striking bracelet by David Webb, crafted in 18K yellow gold and set with bold faceted rock crystal links. Measuring...
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1950s Lapis Lazuli Cabochon Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold. Magnificent retro gold bracelet, it is made of gold semicircle motifs articulated between them retaining on top a lapis lazuli cabochon closed set ....
Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Abstract Lapis Lazuli Bracelet by S.A Shaw
Located in beverly hills, CA
A modern abstract design bracelet with Lapis Lazuli. Handcrafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Measures 7“ in length. Stamped 14K S.A Shaw
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Carved Lapis Lazuli & 18ct Hammered Gold Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A striking vintage bracelet showcasing the rich vibrancy of carved lapis lazuli, each deep blue stone beautifully sculpted to highlight its natural depth and intensity. The lapis pan...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
18K Gold Vintage Bracelet with 44 Brilliant Diamonds & Lapis Lazuli - Mid-Centur
Located in Miami, FL
Experience the elegance of the past with the exquisite 18k Gold Diamond & Lapis Lazuli Bracelet. This stunning piece from Vivid Diamonds showcases a masterful combination of 18k ...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold
Seaman Schepps 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lapis Bangle Bracelet
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
Designer: SEAMAN SCHEPPS Title: Seaman Schepps 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet Style: Bangle Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dimension: 6*1.40*0.51IN Weight: 102.3 Grams Condition: ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Lapis Lazuli Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tubogas Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold, rhinoceros head hallmark. Magnificent antique bracelet, it consists of a tubogas mesh which ends on both sides by a row of calibrated sapphires and which holds on the top a flat cabochon...
Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
