“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.
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
DAVID WEBB Cabochon Emerald Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in Chicago, IL
An iconic David Webb cuff bracelet designed as an alligator, finely crafted in textured 18-karat yellow gold with detailed repoussé work. The hinged cuff features a sculptural alliga...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Cross River Emerald Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Emerald 20.62 cts.; Dia. 3.44 cts.; Sapphire 3.28 cts. Size: 2.5" in diameter Creator: David Webb Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 50 grams Period: 2018 The David Webb ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Emerald Diamonds Rubies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bangles Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, IT
Amazing antique 14 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths cuff bracelet. Handmade by artisans assembled with old cut diamonds,rubies,emerald in the middle and small agate beads Brace...
Diamond, Ruby, Agate, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Price Upon Request
French Ruby Diamond Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite ruby and diamond bangle with a central rectangular arched plaque set with four rows of oval-shaped rubies, framed by baguette-cut diamonds, flanked by brilliant and old ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
RUCHI Ruby and Diamond White Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold All diamonds are G-H/SI stones.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$10,500Sale Price|30% Off
H 1.13 in W 3 in
Bold Pave Diamond Bangle with Cabochon Tanzanites and Emeralds
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This impressive bangle is beautifully made with over 12 carats of diamonds, over 18 carats in emeralds, and over 28 carats in tanzanites. Interior measures 2 3/8" by 2 1/16". The in...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
$26,335
H 0.18 in W 0.5 in L 5.75 in
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with 0.2 Carat Ruby 34.4 Grams
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Designer: DAVID WEBB Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Bangle with 0.2 Carat Ruby by David Webb DESCRIPTION: Elevate your jewelry collection with this d...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Double Leopard Bangle Bracelet in 18K Gold
By David Webb
Located in Houston, TX
David Webb double leopard bangle bracelet in 18K yellow gold with black enamel spots and emerald eyes. The leopards are biting a pavé diamond ring with 52 round brilliant-cut diamon...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
$15,500 / item
Flexible Diamond Emerald 18 Karat Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning bracelet handmade in 18K gold. It is set in 2.5 carats emerald and 2.27 carats of sparkling diamonds FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exc...
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$28,880
Dm 2.37 in L 1.19 in
Cabochon Ruby, Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Snake Bangle Set in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 0.16 carat, Cabochon Emerald 0.13 carat and Diamond 2.80 carats Bangle set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Diameter: 6.0 cm Length: 3.0 cm Total Weight: 100.79 grams "We ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
David Webb Gold, Diamond and Emerald Tiger Bangle Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Fine and unusual diamond, emerald, platinum, and 18K yellow gold, bangle bracelet by David Webb. It resembles a tiger head, with cabochon emerald eyes and black enamel stripes, adorn...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
David Webb White Enamel Ram Animal Bangle with Rubies and Emeralds Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
DAVID WEBB IMPORTANT VINTAGE RAM'S HEAD BRACELET This is a wonderful, rare and elegant bracelet, with a flexible white enameled body, and dramatic cabochon rubies, emerald and sapphires set in the ram's head. This bracelet was made for socialite Carolyne Ryan Foulke, c1960's. Signed WEBB. It was on loan to the exhibition of David Webb jewelry...
Emerald, Ruby, Enamel
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Ruby Bone Bangle Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Step into timeless sophistication with this vintage David Webb slip-on bangle, a striking example of the maison’s legendary craftsmanship and bold design aesthetic. Expertly crafted ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Carved Jade Cuff Bangle Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb 18 kt., the tapered hammered gold bangle centering a modified rectangular carved jade panel depicting a phoenix within bamboo ap. 52.0 x 3...
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Green Enamel, Diamond and Ruby Frog Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous David Webb Frog bracelet is amazing and for a smaller wrist. Made in 18 kt., the stylized frog with braided legs applied all ov...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Enamel
David Webb Coral Double Lion Head Bangle Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Double Head Lion BANGLE BRACELET, BY DAVID WEBB An important example of David Webb's design, a carved coral bangle bracelet. Designed in David Webb's celebrated and signature animal motif, the bracelet features two dragon heads whereby each is adorned by various diamonds and colored gemstones: emeralds and rubies. The two heads are joined together by a diamond-covered clasp. Signed “David Webb.” Designed as two opposing carved coral dragon...
