“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 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
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 6.40cttw Diamond Choker Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Step into the world of timeless elegance with this captivating estate yellow gold necklace by the legendary David Webb. Crafted with met...
Diamond, 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 25 carat Diamond Collar Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The David Webb collar necklace is a breathtaking piece of jewelry that exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship and luxurious design for which the brand is renowned. Crafted in a comb...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Diamond Collar 9.00cttw Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Prepare to be enchanted by the mesmerizing beauty of this David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Diamond Collar Necklace. This extraordinary piece exemplifies the unparal...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Important David Webb 18k Gold and Diamond Necklace
By David Webb
Located in Weston, MA
A striking example of David Webb’s bold and sculptural approach to jewelry design, this extraordinary vintage necklace combines architectural precision with the unabashed glamour for...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s David Webb Gold Collar Necklace with Diamonds
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 2.50 carats. Signed by David Webb Circa 1970s 15 inches long
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
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
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
14 Karat Yellow Gold Wide Collar Link Necklace 110.8 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Bold 14 Karat Yellow Gold link necklace weighing 110.8 Grams. Very comfortable on the neck & really makes an outfit! DM for more videos and pictures on my neck. Search Harbor Di...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Big and Bold 18K Yellow Gold Large Link Necklace with One Diamond Link
By Abel & Zimmerman
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This finely crafted 18k yellow gold modified curb link necklace was created and released by venerated German maker, Abel & Zimmerman. It measures 16 inches in length and a very subst...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
