“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.
Vintage David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Dome Clip Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: David Webb Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 0.75 inches Width: 18.30 mm Weight: 19.09 grams One pair of ladies DAVID WEBB 18K yellow gold vintage dangl...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. X 18K Yellow Gold 0.53ctw Diamond Clip on Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 0.50 inches Width: 12.60 mm Weight: 7.45 grams TIFFANY & CO. One pair of ladies designer ma...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ladies Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Small Omega Shrimp Huggies Clip on Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 0.50 inches Width: 8.35 mm Weight: 5.07 grams One pair of lady's TIFFANY & CO. designer made 18K...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold 1.43ct Diamond Stud Huggie Clip Dangle J Hoops Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Length: 1.00 inches Width: 10.05 mm Weight: 4.93 grams Lady's 14K yellow gold diamond vintage clip-on huggy-style stud, dangle hoop sc...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Fred Paris 18K Yellow Gold Large Teardrop Clip-on Earrings
By Fred Paris
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Fred Paris Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 0.75 inches Width: 9.75 mm Weight: 11.38 grams FRED PARIS ladies designer made 18K yellow gold, vintage hin...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Hammerman Bros. 18K Yellow Gold Onyx Diamond Clip on Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Hammerman Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 0.75 inches Diameter: 24.30 mm Weight: 24.48 grams One pair of ladies Hammerman designer made hand engraved ...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Of Lobed Textured Clip Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless allure of the David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Lobed Textured Clip Earrings, a captivating pair designed to enhance your style with sophistication and elegance. **...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s David Webb Hammered Gold Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k hammered yellow gold. Signed by David Webb Circa 1960s 1 1/2 x 1 1/8 inches
18k Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Clip-On Button Earrings, Mid-Century Design
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
It’s rare to find David Webb jewelry in such a minimalist, all-gold form—but these bold 18K yellow gold button earrings prove that simplicity can still make a statement. Crafted with...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Yellow Gold Lacquered Large Clip-On Button Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Large Yellow Enamel Pyramid Earrings. Tight hold, big impact. Measurements: 28mm wide. Clip on closure.
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 18K Yellow Gold Scrolled Textured Clip Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Step into the world of vintage elegance with the David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Scroll Earrings, a pair of timeless accessories that showcase the brand's signature craftsmanship...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
