David Webb: The Quintessential American Jeweler

Jackie Kennedy compared him to Cellini, the Duchess of Windsor called him the Fabergé of his time, and The New Yorker hailed him as “the new meteor around town.” Born in Asheville, North Carolina, David Webb rose to become the jeweler of choice for society swans, tastemakers, and Hollywood icons during the cultural transformation of the 1960s and 1970s. At the height of his career, Webb oversaw two workshops employing 200 master jewelers and 50 setters. David Webb: The Quintessential American Jeweler is the first monograph dedicated to this visionary designer who redefined American jewelry in the mid-twentieth century. 

America was changing, and David Webb stood at the center of this new era—the right designer at precisely the right moment. Intuitively understanding that women desired jewelry as individual as themselves, Webb created daring, sculptural pieces defined by exuberant color, bold proportions, and unmistakable glamour. His signature animal bracelets and richly hued creations, crafted primarily in warm yellow gold, have captivated generations of collectors and style icons, including Nan Kempner, Diana Vreeland, Elizabeth Taylor, Leonore Annenberg, Brooke Astor, Gloria Vanderbilt, Doris Duke, Mrs. Paul Mellon, Evelyn Lauder, Mitzi E. Newhouse, and Marisa Berenson. 

Since opening his first shop in 1948 at just twenty-one years old, David Webb’s jewelry has been proudly made in America. Entirely self-taught, Webb drew inspiration from art, antiquity, and ancient civilizations, influences that continue to resonate throughout his work today. The David Webb archive now encompasses more than 40,000 original drawings, sketches, and production records.

Three years in the making, this striking volume features specially commissioned photography of more than 300 extraordinary pieces, tracing Webb’s evolution as an artist and highlighting his most iconic collections. Each authenticated jewel is presented alongside original sketches, vintage editorials from leading fashion magazines, photographs of the remarkable women who wore his creations, and rare archival ephemera—offering an intimate portrait of one of America’s greatest jewelers.

Thank you for choosing Eichholtz Long Island. We are committed to delivering your luxury furnishings with the utmost care.
Below you will find our clear, straightforward guide to shipping and deliveries.


Delivery Timelines
We source our collection globally to ensure the highest quality. Processing times depend on item location:

• In-Stock (USA): Ships from our North Carolina warehouse in 10–14 business days.

• In-Stock (International): Ships from our Netherlands warehouse in 4–8 weeks.

• Atelier (Made-to-Order): Custom pieces are crafted and shipped within 4–6 weeks.

• Backordered Items: We will provide an estimated shipping window via email and notify you of any schedule updates.
  
  

Note on Atelier Products: Full payment is required at the time of purchase for all Atelier items. Because these pieces are made-to-order specifically for you, all sales are final and are not eligible for returns, cancellations, or refunds.

Your Eichholtz sales representative will reach out after your custom order request is placed.

Shipping Methods

• Curbside Delivery: Large or fragile items are delivered on a pallet to the first dry area at ground level (e.g., driveway or porch). Drivers do not enter the home or remove packaging.

• White-Glove Delivery: (Subject to availability) Includes delivery to your room of choice, light assembly, and removal of all packaging materials.
  
  
  

Your Delivery Appointment
All freight deliveries require an appointment.

• Access Check: Please confirm that all elevators, doorways, and hallways can accommodate your items before ordering.

• Fees: If a delivery cannot be completed due to access constraints or a missed appointment, the carrier may charge redelivery or storage fees.
  
  

Receiving Your Order
Important: Please inspect your shipment immediately upon arrival.

• Visible Damage: If the box or product is damaged, note it clearly on the Delivery Receipt before signing. Take photos of the damage from multiple angles.

• Severe Damage: You have the right to refuse delivery if the item is significantly compromised.

• Concealed Damage: If you find damage after unpacking, please contact us immediately to begin a claim.
  
  

Shipping Destinations & Restrictions

• We ship exclusively within the contiguous United States.

• We cannot ship to PO Boxes, APO/FPO addresses, Alaska, Hawaii, or international locations at this time.
  

Changes & Cancellations

Before Shipping: Requests to cancel or modify an order must be made before the item leaves the warehouse.
After Shipping: Once an item has shipped, any changes or cancellations will be processed as a Return, and return shipping fees will apply.


Need Help?

If you have any questions or require assistance with your order, please do not hesitate to contact our Support Center at info@eichholtzlongisland.com.