“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.
12.8ct Cabochon Burma Natural Ruby, Diamond Ring in Solid 18 Carat Yellow Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Fine 12.8 Carat Burma Natural Ruby, Diamond Ring in Solid 18 Carat Yellow Gold Accessorize your look with this elegant Burma Natural Ruby Ring. This stunning piece of jewelry instant...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Dome Ring with 16.78 Cabochon Rubies, 0.19ct Diamonds, 18K Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This dome ring is the perfect way to add a touch of glamour to your wardrobe. With 9 cabochon rubies and a total weight of 16.78 carats, this piece will look great with any outfit. T...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Keith Davis 12.33 ct Burma Ruby Ring
By Keith Davis
Located in Sarasota, FL
Experience true luxury with the exquisite 18k ring handmade by Keith Davis. Adorned with a lustrous 12.33 carat cabochon Burma ruby and 2 sparkling round diamonds weighing 0.25 carat...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
15.30cts Cabochon Ruby & 0.04cts Diamond Ladies Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Ruby and diamond ladies ring is crafted in fine 14k yellow gold. An excellent prong set round cabochon ruby weighing 15.30 carats is flanked as a center stone with tin...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Ring Size 6.25- This lovely ring features one oval cabochon ruby (7 mm x 5 mm) and 41 round brilliant cut diamonds set...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Estate 15.25cts Madagascar Ruby Ring: 18K Solid Gold, Real Gold Jewelry
Located in Columbus, OH
This remarkable estate ring features a bold 15.25ct oval ruby from Madagascar, measuring 15 x 12mm. Set in luxurious 18k gold (12.7g), the rich red gemstone commands attention with i...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ruby Cabochon and 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Denver, CO
An impressive natural red ruby cabochon weighing approximately 3.75 carats and measuring approximately 9.88mm centers this late Victorian ring. The center stone is held in a sculptur...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Pavé Dome Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Pavé Dome Ring Description: This statement dome ring is crafted in solid 18kt yellow gold. It features a prominent 2.70-carat oval cabochon ruby set at the...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Burma Cabochon Ruby 13.60 carats and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Burma Cabochon Ruby 13.60 ct and Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Ring features a GIA certified natural Burma Ruby Cabochon weighing 13.60 carats with a halo of ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Big Cabochon Ruby and Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Ring
Located in Crema, Cremona
18kt yellow and white gold ring with estimated over 10 cts cabochon ruby and diamonds. Oval cabochon ruby treated, non transparent, deep red colour, dim...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Monete Ancient Roman Coin Braided Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A classic Bulgari Monete piece featuring an ancient bronze Roman coin inscribed ‘Rome Constantinus I Aug. A.D. 307-337’ suspended from a two-color 18 karat gold braided necklace. Int...
18k Gold
