“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 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
Elizabeth Gauge 18K Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings with 15.42x13.03mm Onyx
By Elizabeth Gage
Located in New York, NY
Designer: ELIZABETH GAUGE Detailed Description: 21.31g Embrace timeless elegance with these vintage clip-on earrings, crafted with meticulous detail by designer Elizabeth Gauge. Made...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Palomino Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Enamel Clip On Earrings 17.9 Grams
Located in New York, NY
Designer: PALOMINO Detailed Description: Vintage Clip On Earrings 18K Yellow Gold Urban Style DESCRIPTION: Step up your style game with these vintage clip-on earrings crafted from lu...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K YG Clip-On Earrings Enamel with 3.3 Carat Round G-VS2 Diamonds
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Designer: DAVID WEBB Video: Video Link Detailed Description: In a world where elegance meets timeless allure, these vintage clip-on earrings capture the soul of sophistication. Craft...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Seaman Schepps Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings 55.6 Grams
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
Designer: SEAMAN SCHEPPS Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Elevate your style with these luxurious Seaman Schepps vintage clip-on earrings, crafted in 18K yellow gold. The eleg...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Valentin Magro 18K Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings with 15.x11.9 MM Citrine
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Designer: VALENTIN MAGRO Video: Video Link Detailed Description: These luxurious 18K yellow gold clip-on earrings exude sophistication and elegance. Featuring stunning 15mm oval citr...
Citrine, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Hammered GoldAndBlack Enamel Clip Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The round button clip earrings by David Webb are a timeless and chic accessory, suitable for any age. These classic earrings feature a sophisticated design, with a hammered finish on...
Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
DAVID WEBB 1970 Classic Clip On Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Black Enamel
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
Clip-on earrings designed by David Webb (1925-1975). Beautiful pair classic earrings, created in New York City at the jewelry atelier of the American designer David Webb back in the...
Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Gold Studded Clip Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A unique pair of 18k yellow gold, black enamel, gold studded clip earrings by David Webb. The earrings feature bead bubble gold studs applied all around the surface of black enamelin...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Black Enamel Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Stunning David Webb shrimp earrings crafted in 18K Yellow Gold with significant black enameling and brilliant round cut diamonds in the center. Large rope like edges complete the loo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
David Webb Carved Topaz and Black Enamel Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Dallas, TX
Floral motif carved topaz set in 18K yellow gold and black enamel. Wonderful for everyday wear and business attire. From the Skibell Estate Collection Stamped: ©WEBB 18K
Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
David Webb Black Enamel Gold Half Hoop Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k gold half hop earrings by David Webb, adorned with black enamel. Earrings measure 28mm x 16mm. Marked: 18k Webb. Weight - 31.5 grams.
Gold, Enamel
