“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 and Platinum Sapphire Day/Night Drop Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous, Unique Clip-On Earrings by David Webb Feature Day/Night Design with Detachable Tumbled Sapphire Bottoms Tops Feature Oval-Shaped Cabochons Measuring 12.75 x 8.80 mm and 13....
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$150,000
David Webb Tutti Frutti Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Tutti Frutti Earrings A pair of earrings featuring carved rubies, sapphires, and emeralds accent with round cut diamonds Measurem...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
David Webb Emerald and Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Emerald and Diamond Earrings These David Webb drop earrings showcase a circular motif at the top, adorned with round and baguette-cut diamonds. Three vertical rows of di...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
David Webb Platinum and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Green Emerald Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
These beautiful earrings are crafted by David Webb and are truly special. We love the smooth cabochon finished green emeralds spaced with just a touch of round diamonds. Designed for...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$1,500
W 0.52 in L 1.34 in
Tutti Frutti Rubies Sapphires Emeralds 14K Gold Diamonds Baroque Pearls Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these classic Tutti Frutti Style earrings the tops are 2 White Gold and Diamonds Branches, 16 round full cut diamonds weighing 0,25 carats,and 3 pairs of faceted 4x5 mm. Rubies ,...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
$1,000Sale Price|48% Off
W 0.6 in L 0.6 in
Tutti Frutti Art Deco Earrings in 18K White Gold with Gemstones
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These Tutti Frutti in Earrings 18K White Gold are a beautiful match to both Tutti Frutti Bracelets that I have listed. They also match several Tutti Frutti rings I have listed. They...
White Gold
David Webb, Platinum 18K Gold Coral Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
These David Webb earrings exemplify the house’s American boldness, blending Byzantine revival motifs with saturated color. Hammered gold frames coral and amethyst cabochons amid pavé...
Amethyst, Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Tutti Frutti 18K Gold Ruby Emerald Diamond Prong Setting Drop Earring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Luxury Handcrafted "Tutti Frutti" Gemstone Cascade Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold Step into a world of vibrant color and exquisite luxury with these magnificent long drop earrings. The...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$900 / item
W 0.67 in L 1.58 in
Tutti Frutti Style Rubies Emeralds Gold Diamonds Baroque Pearls Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these classic Tutti Frutti Style earrings the tops are 2 White Gold Branches, 6 round full cut diamonds weighing 0,18 carats,and 2 pairs of oval Green Onyx cabs measuring 5x7 mm....
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,500 / item
W 0.63 in L 1.66 in
Tutti Frutti Ruby Sapphire Emerald Gold Diamonds Baroque Pearls Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these classic Tutti Frutti Style earrings the tops are 2 White Gold and Diamonds wavy bars, 26 round full cut diamonds weighing 0,26 carats,and 3 pairs Rubies ,Emeralds and Blue ...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
David Webb Gold Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A bold testament to artistic craftsmanship, these exquisite earrings by David Webb are meticulously fashioned in luxurious 18k yellow gold. The design features a captivating spiral m...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,500
W 0.63 in L 1.78 in
Tutti Frutti Ruby Sapphire Emerald Gold Diamonds Baroque Pearls Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these classic Tutti Frutti Style earrings the tops are 2 White Gold and Diamonds Y shape Branches, 20 round full cut diamonds weighing 0,20 carats,and 3 pairs of faceted 4x5 mm. ...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
David Webb Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold Amethyst, Diamond and Emerald Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Impressive vintage gold clip earrings by David Webb mounted with cabochon amethysts, emeralds, and pave round cut diamonds. High polished ye...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Twisted Woven Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Elegant gold and diamond ear clips by David Webb. Each earring has 18 diamonds with a total weight of approximately 2.00 carats. They are surrounded by rows of twisted gold in a grac...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel, Diamond and Pearl Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
These classic and timeless David Webb earrings are a great choice for any special occasion. Black and white are classic colors that create a timeless, sophisticated look that never g...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
David Webb Pagoda Tassel Emerald And Turquoise Diamond Drop Dangling Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Estate David Webb tassel earrings from the iconic Pagoda collection. These striking earrings exude a bold, vintage charm with a playful yet sophisticated design. Crafted in 18K gol...
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb Girandole Diamond and Gemstone Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
An impressive pair of earrings designed by David Webb. Easily converted from day-to-night, the earrings feature two detachable drops. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and platinum, th...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Magnificent DAVID WEBB Ear Pendants with Removable Enhancers
By David Webb
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Unbelievable style and a dazzling display of the finest gemstones: A pinwheel design on top of sapphires, diamonds and cabochon rubies and stunning compliment with polished golden wi...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
David Webb Gold, Diamond, and Emerald Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century 18 karat gold, diamond and emerald earrings by David Webb, featuring an oval cabochon emerald set in the top. The half-moon lower portion is set with alternating...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
DAVID WEBB spectacular platinum and diamond tassel earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A pair of platinum and diamond chandelier tassel earrings. David Webb.
Diamond, Platinum