“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 Black Enamel Link Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A striking and unmistakably David Webb necklace crafted in 18K yellow gold and black enamel, showcasing the designer's celebrated mastery of bold scale, texture, and color. The neckl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Manhattan Minimalism Collar Diamond Enamel
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Presenting a captivating pre-owned estate necklace from the masterful hands of renowned designer David Webb. Crafted as part of the esteemed Manhattan Minimalism collection, this exq...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
David Webb Yellow Gold Link Black Enamel Diamond Chain Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This estate David Webb 18k Yellow Gold chain exhibits the timeless allure of black enamel in jewelry. Black enamel is celebrated for its dark, moody, and bold character. It exudes co...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 1970's Black Enamel Diamond Collar Necklac
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Collar Necklace is a stunning piece of jewelry that showcases the brand's signature style and attent...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
David Webb Manhattan Minimalism Parthenon Black Enamel Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Manhattan Minimalism Parthenon Black Enamel Necklace. Save bog on this beautiful current model neclkace by David Webb, it is made in 1...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Diamond Collar 9.00cttw Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Black Enamel Collar Necklace is a true statement of luxury and sophistication. Designed with sleek black enamel detailing, the ne...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
David Webb 1980's Diamond Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Vintage Link Necklace
By David Webb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of stylized open navette shaped links alternating in size Larger links are glossed with opaque black enamel - minimal loss Smaller links are platinum-topped and bead set wi...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel Necklace
By David Webb
Located in beverly hills, CA
Draped gracefully around your neck, this necklace becomes a statement of your unique individuality. Elevate your style with the classic David Webb bombe...
Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
David Webb Gold Necklace Black Enamel Diamond Coral Stud Estate Jewelry
By David Webb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An important David Webb necklace made of 18k gold, enamel, and carved coral, featuring diamond. This stunning piece is an ultimate Webb jewel, each detail of which is permeated with...
Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18 K yellow Gold Black Enamel Diamond link necklace
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A timeless 18 K yellow Gold black Enamel Diamond necklace. 3 links are pave set with brilliant cut Diamonds. The link design features pol...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Lugano 15.70 carat total weight diamond 18k yellow gold enamel necklace
By Lugano
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This extraordinary Lugano diamond necklace is a bold and sophisticated contemporary design from the 2010’s, showcasing an impressive 15.70 carats of fancy light yellow diamonds. Feat...
Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
David Webb Station Necklace Cabochon 18k Gold Vintage Estate Jewelry
By David Webb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A chic David Webb station necklace, made of 18k gold, featuring multi gemstones. Station necklaces are typically created as a delicate chain adorned with small gemstones placed at ev...
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
