“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 Jade Clip-On Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Spiritual and earthy this pair of yellow gold earrings is set with carved jade of 17mm x 11mm in size. Clip on closure. L: 1.1 inches W: 0.8in
Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Hammered Door Knocker Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Door Knocker Earrings These classic David Webb door knocker earrings are crafted in rich 18K yellow gold...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Hammered 18k Yellow Gold Jade Drop Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Palm Beach, FL
David Webb hammered 18k yellow gold scroll drop earrings, each suspending a piece of carved green and white striped jade. Clip backs. Signed "DAVID WEBB" with "18K" gold mark. Ear...
Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Jade and Enamel Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Jade and Enamel Earrings A pair of earrings featuring carved jade set with black enamel and round cut diamonds. Measurements: 2.5" long Back Type: clip on Diamond ...
Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$20,700
W 1.063 in L 1.25 in
David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Hammered Doorknocker Clip-On Earrings 40.76 grams
By David Webb
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
18k gold doorknocker, marked Webb. Gross Weight: 40.76 grams Dimensions: 1-1/4 inches x 1-1/16 inches Featured in Heritage Auctions 2015 May 4 Fine Jewelry Signature Auction - NY #52...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Turquoise & White Jade Door Knocker Clip-On Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
These striking David Webb door knocker earrings seamlessly blend bold design with timeless elegance. Expertly crafted in 18K yellow gold, they showcase vibrant turquoise cabochons be...
Turquoise, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Vintage Door Knockers Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The earrings are designed in an articulated 'door knocker' motif, the open oval drops are suspended from a rectangular shaped element and suited with omega backs for fastening clips ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Jade Teardrop Dangling Clip on Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
These are easy to wear clip on drop earrings by David Webb. Made with natural jade in pure 18k yellow gold you will love how impressive these earrings look. Normally David Webb earri...
Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Jade Moroccan-Inspired Textured Drop Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Jade Textured Drop Earrings. Exuding opulence and cultural allure, these David Webb drop earrings are a testament to the brand's artistry and bold design....
Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Malachite Door Knockers Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Malachite Door Knockers Earrings are a stunning example of the designer's creativity and attention to detail. These earrings feature a door knocker des...
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
