“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.
Cartier Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Clip On Earrings Appx 2.50 Ct Diamonds 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Vintage Earrings by Cartier 1990s Total Length = 1" Width = 1/2" Features Rows of Round Diamonds Appx Total Carat Weight = 2.5 cts G-I Color, VS Clarity Hand-signed "Cartier...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Onyx Diamond Doorknocker "Strap" Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous, Unique Earrings by David Webb Onyx Semi-Circle Overlaid with Two Articulating Diamond-Studded "Straps" Length of Earrings = 1 1/8" Width of Earrings = 13/16" Total Diamond ...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold 5.58 cts Diamond Doorknocker Earrings 32.2 grams
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
These doorknocker earrings feature full-cut diamonds weighing a total of 5.58 carats Set in 18k gold. Signed "SP" Gross weight 32.20 grams. Dimensions: 1-13/16 inches x 1 inch *Note:...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Two-Tone 18k Gold Diamond Huggie Earrings TDW = 10 ct
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Vintage Earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels Feature 18k Yellow Gold Twist Rope Accents Separating Pave-Set Round Diamond Segments in a Twist Pattern Shrimp Huggie Earrings...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Verdura 18k Two Tone Gold Diamond "Primrose" Ear Clips 5.41 ct
By Verdura
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Ear Clips by Verdura Primrose Design Feature Pave-Set Diamonds in 18k White Gold Background with Yellow Gold Accents Appx 30 mm in Diameter Appx 5.41 ct diamond total Total ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Diamond Earrings in 18K Gold and Platinum
By David Webb
Located in Chicago, IL
Bold scale and impeccable craftsmanship define these striking earrings by David Webb, a maison renowned for its powerful designs and uncompromising quality. Crafted in 18K gold with ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb Diamond Platinum Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
These impressive David Webb clip-on earrings are crafted in 18k yellow gold and accented with brilliant-cut round diamonds of an estimated 7.00 carats ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Textured Gold and Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Textured Gold And Diamond Earrings. 16 round cut diamonds in total weigh approx. 0.25cts. These earrings measure about 1.1 inches and fasten wi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Diamond Ear Clips
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 1980s diamond hoop earrings by David Webb. Beautifully designed and masterfully handcrafted in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set with 92 perfectly matched bright white a...
Diamond, 18k Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Beaded Diamond Oval Clip On Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Designed by quintessential top drawer American jeweler David Webb, c. 1970, each crafted in platinum, polished 18K yellow gold and diamonds. David Webb ear clips have a domed yellow...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Clip On Earrings Enamel 3.6 Carat Round Diamonds
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Designer: DAVID WEBB Detailed Description: Elevate your elegance with these vintage clip-on earrings by Designer David Webb. Crafted with 18 Karat Yellow Gold, these earrings feature...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
