“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.
Elizabeth Gage Agincourt White and Yellow Diamond Flexible Ring
By Elizabeth Gage
Located in Bethesda, MD
From acclaimed London Jeweler Elizabeth Gage's Agincourt collection her natural fancy colored and white diamond Agincourt flexible ring • Designer: El...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Diamond Ring
Located in Bethesda, MD
This beautiful Art Deco ring features a center Old European Cut diamond that weighs .80 carats and has a color grade F, clarity SI2. The center stone is accented by 14 additional Old...
Diamond, Platinum
Vaid Roma Pave Diamond Italian Snake Ring
By Vaid Roma
Located in Bethesda, MD
This exquisite import by Pampillonia Jewelers, designed by Vaid in Rome, is a striking example of Italian artistry. Crafted in 18kt yellow gold, the ring features a sculptural, snake...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Bulgari B Zero with Diamonds 18kt Yellow, Sz 57
By Bulgari
Located in Bethesda, MD
This iconic Bulgari B Zero ring showcases three rows of sparkling diamonds totaling approximately 0.80 carats, delivering sophisticated brilliance ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
David Webb Textured Double Row Diamond Band
By David Webb
Located in Bethesda, MD
Featuring 18kt yellow gold, this David Webb ring boasts a luxurious double row band adorned with 66 round diamonds. The hand-carved texture creates a sophisticated alternating patter...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co Schlumberger Sixteen Stone Ring Size 6¾
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bethesda, MD
Discover timeless elegance with this exquisite Sixteen Stone Ring from Tiffany & Co.'s prestigious Schlumberger Studios collection. Crafted in luxurious 18kt yellow gold and plat...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
David Webb Rock Crystal and Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By David Webb
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
David Webb rock crystal and diamond bombe shape ring featuring 58 bead set round brilliant cut diamonds with an estimated total weight of 2.3 carats. G color, VS clarity. Signed Webb...
Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K White Gold Rock Crystal Diamond Arch Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Fluted rock crystal is accented with two rows set with round diamonds totaling approximately 1.20 carats mounted in platinum and 18 karat white gold, signed and numbered Webb, with a...
Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
David Webb Carved Crystal Diamond Platinum Gold Cocktail Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Iconic carved crystal cocktail ring by David Webb, set in platinum with 14k gold, featuring approx. 1.80ctw in H/VS-Si diamonds. Ring size 5.5, top is 23mm x 30mm. Comes with David W...
Crystal, Diamond, Gold, Platinum
David Webb 16.4 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
By David Webb
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Provident Jewelry is honored to present a rare and exceptional creation from the esteemed American House of David Webb. Masterfully crafted in platinum and 18-karat yellow gold, this...
18k Gold, Platinum
David Webb 18K Gold and Platinum 1.20ct Diamond Cocktail Ring DW23-020426
By David Webb
Located in Southampton, PA
What draws you in first is how substantial this ring is. Its presence comes not from color, but from the way white materials are shaped and layered together. Hallmarked and signed, t...
Diamond, Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
David Webb 18K White Gold Rock Crystal and Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in Houston, TX
David Webb domed ring composed of 18K white gold and platinum with carved rock crystal accented by 31 round brilliant-cut diamonds. The diamonds total 1.20 carats, F-G color and VVS...
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Crystal, 18k Gold, Platinum, White Gold
