David Webb Curiosities

American, 1925-1975

“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.

Designer: David Webb

David Webb Gilt Metal Toad Wax Perfume Figure for Revlon c 1970s

$275

David Webb Gilt Metal Toad Wax Perfume Figure for Revlon c 1970s

By Revlon, David Webb

Located in University City, MO

David Webb Charming gilt metal costume frog for Revlon Moon Drops wax perfume c 1970s The gilt metal costume toad was designed by David Webb in the 1970s to promote the Moon Drops wax perfume fragrance for Revlon The charming gilt metal toad is accented with green enamel eyes Inside the hinged interior is where the wax perfume is stored Paired with green flock presentation box from Revlon's Moon Drop's wax perfume fragrance Measurements: The length of the toad...

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1970s American David Webb Curiosities

Rare Hermès Kaleidoscope Game

$1,135

Dm 2.05 in L 9.45 in

Rare Hermès Kaleidoscope Game

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare Authentic Hermès Kaleidoscope From 2001 "Quelques idées Hermès pour les fêtes..." (Some Hermès ideas for the holidays...) Made of cardboard...

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Early 2000s Unknown David Webb Curiosities

Hermès 24 Cards Memory Game Western and Company Horse Texas

$776

H 0.08 in L 2.45 in

Hermès 24 Cards Memory Game Western and Company Horse Texas

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Beautiful Authentic Hermès Memory Game Print: Texan spirit, Horse Riding theme, Western, Rodeo Includes 12 pairs of cards, for a total of 24 cards The same drawing is found on 2 c...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown David Webb Curiosities

Exceptional Hermès Horse Bit Shaped Bottle Opener

$1,075

Dm 2.17 in L 4.73 in

Exceptional Hermès Horse Bit Shaped Bottle Opener

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare and Beautiful Authentic Hermès Bottle Opener In shape of a horse bit Made in France Made of silvery and golden non-precious stainless metal "HERMES" and "MADE IN FRANCE" eng...

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20th Century French David Webb Curiosities

Exceptional Hermès Key Holder Keychain Golf Ball Shape in Yellow Gold RARE

$2,390

Dm 0.6 in L 5.01 in

Exceptional Hermès Key Holder Keychain Golf Ball Shape in Yellow Gold RARE

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare and Beautiful Authentic Hermès Key Holder Shape: Golf Ball Vintage Item Made of Yellow Gold Colorway: Yellow Gold "HERMES PARIS" and hallm...

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Late 20th Century French David Webb Curiosities

Hermès Set of Hair Brush and Mirror Inlaid Lacquered Wood H Lift

$956

W 3.47 in L 10.24 in

Hermès Set of Hair Brush and Mirror Inlaid Lacquered Wood H Lift

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Amazing and beautiful Authentic Hermès Set Hair Brush and matching mirror Both made of "H Lift" inlaid lacquered wood " HERMÈS PARIS" engraved on the handle of each item Measurem...

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20th Century Unknown David Webb Curiosities

Golden metal heart ex voto

$812

Golden metal heart ex voto

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

THEATER - (Made in France) Chiseled golden metal ex voto representing a heart topped with a flame. You can open it to hide your secrets. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: ...

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Mid-20th Century French David Webb Curiosities

Hermès Palladium Photo Holder With Box

$249

H 1.5 in W 0.3 in L 1.25 in

Hermès Palladium Photo Holder With Box

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermes authentic photo holder/name stand in palladium hardware with H logo. Comes with original box.

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21st Century and Contemporary David Webb Curiosities

Hermès Tambourine Rattle Toy Leather Silk Wooden Case

$1,195

H 8.27 in Dm 3.35 in

Hermès Tambourine Rattle Toy Leather Silk Wooden Case

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Cutest Authentic Hermès Rattle Ever ! Made, of wood, silk and leather Colorways: Mainly Orange and Pink Made for the 2016 Hong Kong Mid Autumn Festiva...

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2010s French David Webb Curiosities

Hermès Yellow Gold Money Clip Numbered Stirrup Spur Texas

$7,171

W 1.78 in L 2.13 in

Hermès Yellow Gold Money Clip Numbered Stirrup Spur Texas

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Exeptional and Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Moeny Clip In shape of stirrup with a spur Equestrian theme, horse ridding, Texas Vintage Item Made of yellow gold (eaggle head hallmark ...

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20th Century Unknown David Webb Curiosities

Hermès Paris Belt Shaped Money Clip Silver

$1,613

W 1.34 in L 2.33 in

Hermès Paris Belt Shaped Money Clip Silver

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare Authentic Hermès Clip Can be used for money, paper, anything you need to clip In shape of a belt (can not be opened) Vintage Item Made of silver 800 Colorway: silvery "HER...

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20th Century Unknown David Webb Curiosities

Fred Paris by Gaetan de Percin Trumpet Key Chain Charm

$597

H 1.74 in W 0.63 in Dm 0.62 in L 6.11 in

Fred Paris by Gaetan de Percin Trumpet Key Chain Charm

By Fred Paris

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare Authentic FRED PARIS Key VChain Shape: Trumpet Perfect gift for a trumpet player ! This vintage FRED key chain is a part of a collection with many musical instruments. Beauti...

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20th Century Unknown David Webb Curiosities

Hermès Mail Holder Book Holder Bookend Horse Bit Ravinet d'Enfert

$2,091

H 2.92 in W 2.52 in L 7.25 in

Hermès Mail Holder Book Holder Bookend Horse Bit Ravinet d'Enfert

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Extremely Rare Authentic Hermès Mail or Book Holder Base in gilt metal adorned with 2 silver handles in the shape of a horse bit Designed by Ravinet d'Enfert "HERMÈS PARIS" and R...

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20th Century Unknown David Webb Curiosities

Previously Available Items

David Webb for Revlon Costume Frog Wax Perfume in Original Presentation Box 1970

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H 0.5 in W 1.25 in L 1.5 in

David Webb for Revlon Costume Frog Wax Perfume in Original Presentation Box 1970

By Revlon, David Webb

Located in University City, MO

David Webb for Revlon costume frog wax perfume in the original presentation box c 1970 David Webb collaborated with Revlon & created a collection of endearing costume gilt metal animal creatures promoting Revlon's wax perfume fragrances from the 1970s The charming gilt metal costume frog has textured detail to emulate the skin Accented with green enamel eyes. The compact size interior chamber contains wax perfume from a promotion for Revlon's Moon Drops...

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1970s American David Webb Curiosities

David Webb for Revlon Costume Frog Wax Perfume in Original Presentation Box 1970

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H 0.5 in W 1.25 in L 1.5 in

David Webb for Revlon Costume Frog Wax Perfume in Original Presentation Box 1970

By David Webb, Revlon

Located in University City, MO

David Webb for Revlon costume frog wax perfume container in the original presentation box c 1970s David Webb collaborated with Revlon & created a series of costume animal wax fragrance creatures The endearing gilt metal costume frog has textured detail to emulate the skin. Accented with green enamel eyes. The compact size interior chamber has wax perfume from a promotion for Revlon's Moon Drops...

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1970s American David Webb Curiosities

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Questions About David Webb Curiosities

How do I identify David Webb jewelry?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
To identify David Webb jewelry, search the piece carefully for a maker's mark. The luxury jewelry maker stamps its pieces with the word "Webb." By comparing your piece to pictures shared on trusted online resources, you can then determine when your piece was produced, find out its name and learn further information. David Webb also offers an authentication service, though there is a fee to use it. Information about how to request an authentication is available on the brand's official website. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of David Webb jewelry.