“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.
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David Webb 1980's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Hammered Twist Collar Necklace
By David Webb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a domed twist link collar with hammer texture Completed by concealed press release closure Hinged for easy application Stamped for 18 karat gold Signed for David Webb Cir...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Necklace 135.9 Grams
By Judith Ripka
Located in New York, NY
Judith Ripka 18 karat yellow gold necklace featuring polished and beaded links weighing 135.9 grams.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Chain Necklace and Bracelet Set 318.1 Grams
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Designer: DAVID WEBB Detailed Description: Elevate your elegance with this stunning vintage chain necklace and bracelet set, crafted by esteemed designer David Webb. Made from luxuri...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Infinity Link Necklace, Modern Design
By David Webb
Located in Queens, NY
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Infinity Link Necklace, fabricated with hammered and brightly polished gold links, center link with hinged hidden hoop for pendant suspension, joined with ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Solid Yellow Gold Hammered Link Necklace, Italian, 40g, 1980s
Located in Great Neck, NY
This elegant 14K solid yellow gold hammered link necklace showcases refined Italian craftsmanship and a timeless, versatile design. Executed in substantial solid gold (approx. 40 gra...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Woven Link Statement Necklace
By David Webb
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite statement necklace by the renowned jewelry house David Webb is a masterclass in gold craftsmanship. Expertly rendered in lustrous 18k yellow gold, the piece features a...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Elizabeth Locke 18k Yellow Gold Hammered Heavy Link Chain Necklace 32"
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Circle Link Necklace by Elizabeth Locke Features Hammered Circle Links All Appx 1 cm in Diameter Total Length = 32" Ends in a Toggle Clasp with Sapphire Cabochon Accents Tot...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian 18K Yellow Gold 19" Chain Necklace with Textured, Oversized Links
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
The big, airy links in this striking 19" long necklace come in five sizes and two shapes (ovals and circles). Each flattened link has two flat sides: one side is stamped with an abs...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Convertible Yellow Gold Chain
By David Webb
Located in New Orleans, LA
This bold and luxurious 18K yellow gold chain by renowned jewelry designer David Webb exemplifies the brand's distinctive aesthetic. The geometric links give the piece a modern and a...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona Free-Form 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 45 cm long free form 18 karat rose gold link necklace. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and for the...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Long Chain Link Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Long Chain Link Necklace, a masterpiece of timeless elegance and versatility. Craf...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Large Ancient World Open Link Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Hammered Gold Link Necklace 18 kt., composed of graduated modified square-shaped links quartered by raised geometric scrolled sections and raised bars...
Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Twisted Rope Link Diamond Collar Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The David Webb Twisted Rope Link Diamond Collar Necklace is a true masterpiece, elegantly crafted with brilliant-cut diamonds, hammered 18K gold, and platinum. This exquisite piece m...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Cartier Chain 34 Inch Vintage 1970's Twist Link Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Wire Twist Disk Chain Necklace from the 1970s is a rare and elegant find. Measuring 34 inches in length and weighing 41.4 grams, this piece showc...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermès 18K Yellow Gold Chaine D'ancre Extra Large Link Chain Necklace
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Exceptionally rare and highly sought-after, this Hermès Chaine d'Ancre necklace is a remarkable interpretation of one of the maison's most iconic motifs. Crafted in solid 18K yellow ...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold 36-Inches, Georges L'enfant Chain
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A rare opportunity to acquire one of Van Cleef & Arpels' most desirable vintage chains, this authentic 18K yellow gold necklace was crafted by the celebrated Parisian atelier Georges...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
