“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.
Spectacular Carved Emerald Coral Lapis and Diamond Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, Switzerland. The sixties were a bright moment of color and fashion, and necklaces like this one were right in the middle of it all. Pop, hippie, boho, or Vogue q...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
David Webb Turquoise, Ruby, and Diamond Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Turquoise, Ruby, and Diamond Gold Necklace This magnificent necklace by David Webb is a striking display of bold design and masterful craftsmanship. Featuring an array of...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Handcraft Coral 14 Karat Yellow Gold Onyx Emerald Diamonds Drop Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
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Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
DOROTA LASAK 22k gold coral emerald amethyst citrine peridot beaded necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
22k gold coral multi gemstone beaded necklace DETAILS • 22k gold clasp • emerald beads • coral beads • peridot beads • cittine beads • amethyst beads • hand knotted • stampe...
Coral, Emerald, Citrine, Peridot, 22k Gold
Coral Diamonds Emeralds Sapphires 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Spectacular pendant necklace made of 14K yellow gold, with an engraved coral face of a woman supporting a structure made up of gold ornaments and colored stones that surround another...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Coral Diamonds Sapphires Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Beaded Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
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Coral, Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Coral Sapphires Tourmaline Emeralds Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Indulge in the enchanting allure of this 14-karat yellow gold coral necklace, a masterpiece that promises to captivate and charm. At the heart of this exquisite piece lies a striking...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Ye...
David Webb Pearl Amethyst and Chalcedony Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Pearl Amethyst and Chalcedony Necklace A massive David Webb necklace with five strands featuring cultured pearls, round chalcedony beads, round and tumbled amethyst bead...
Amethyst, Chalcedony, Pearl, 18k Gold
Coral Green Tourmaline Yellow Gold 18 Karat Drop Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
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Coral, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
DAVID WEBB Coral Bead, White Enamel and Diamond Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Necklace Featuring Round Coral Beads, Round-Brilliant Diamonds, and Tulip-Tipped White Enamel Transition Links. Approximate Diamond Weight - 9.47 CTS Si...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18K Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Carnelian Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Elegant Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant necklace crafted in 18K yellow gold, featuring the iconic four-leaf clover motif set with vibrant red carnelian. A timeless an...
Carnelian, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Alexandrite & Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A striking 14K yellow gold pendant necklace featuring 37 round alexandrites totaling approximately 0.75 carat, accented by 75 round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.25...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1960's 18K Gold Malachite Indian Lady Pendant Necklace with 27 Inch Gold Chain
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A remarkable vintage statement necklace featuring an intricately sculpted 18K yellow gold Indian lady motif set against a richly banded natural malachite disc. Dating to the 1960's, ...
Malachite, 18k Gold
Emerald Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Statement Pendant Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A striking 14K yellow gold pendant necklace featuring an oval emerald accented by 21 round brilliant-cut diamonds. The sculptural pendant features an open oval design with a twisted...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Chrysocolla & Druzy Quartz Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Crafted in 14K yellow gold, this contemporary pendant features a striking freeform chrysocolla and druzy quartz gemstone with vibrant ocean-blue hues and a naturally sparkling crysta...
Diamond, Quartz, Chrysocolla, Druzy, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Two-Tone 5.50 Carat Diamond Statement Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Crafted in 18K yellow and white gold, this impressive statement pendant showcases approximately 5.50 carats of total weight of brilliant diamonds arranged in an intricate openwork de...
Diamond, 18k Gold
