About the Item
An impressive and fun David Webb cat brooch made of 18k gold, featuring enamel and diamond. A striking feline face with a textured surface is brought to life with white enamel detailing that mimics fur. The deep green enamel eyes are framed by a sparkling row of diamonds. Gold accents highlight the cat’s ears and whiskers. A small touch of red enamel on the nose adds a bit of personality to the piece. Surrounding the cat’s face is a gold and enamel frame that creates a radiating effect. There is a loop at the top of the brooch that allows to wear it as a pendant. David Webb’s jewelry is known for its bold, artistic interpretations, and this vintage cat brooch is no exception. It has a strong presence while maintaining a sense of charm and character, making it a great statement piece. This vintage Webb brooch is made of 18 karat yellow gold, white, red and green enamel, and accented with diamonds. The diamonds are set in platinum which accentuates their whiteness. The vintage pendant measures 2 1/8" x 2 1/8" x ¾” (6 x 6 x 2.2 cm) and weighs 74.1 grams. The cat brooch is stamped with David Webb maker's mark, hallmark for 18 karat gold. About David Webb: Bold, excessive, and uncompromising, David Webb jewelry pieces always make a statement. No matter if you are wearing Webb earrings, ring or necklace — rest assured you have a conversational piece that inevitably grabs attention. The designer drew his inspiration in ancient history and nature. As a result, the David Webb collection pieces are made using 18 karat gold, often featuring massive colored stones and bright, vibrant enamel. Among his personal influencers Webb himself mentioned Jeanne Toussaint, the creative director of Cartier. Webb put his own spin on Maison’s figurative pieces and Tutti-Frutti style. All these elements put together enhanced with a great portion of glamour made David Webb jewelry appreciated by Hollywood stars and royal houses. Liz Taylor, Coco Chanel and Jacqueline Kennedy could be seen wearing his pieces. Webb’s exotic animals, whimsical flowers and colorful pendants along with textured gold necklaces are largely popular worldwide until today. Always loyal to himself, David Webb created his powerful pieces with precision and knowledge. Whether he explored the ancient motifs or Art Deco forms, he went deep into the subject and reinvented it.
More Details
Creator:
David Webb
Metal:
Gold,18k Gold,Yellow Gold,Platinum
Stone:
Diamond
Stone Cut:
Round Cut
Weight:
74.1 g
Dimensions:
Height: 2.38 in (60.46 mm)Width: 2.38 in (60.46 mm)Depth: 0.75 in (19.05 mm)Length: 2.38 in (60.46 mm)
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
1980-1989
Date of Manufacture:
1980
Condition:
GoodWear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Beverly Hills, CA
Reference Number:
Seller: JNOOO 2-251stDibs: LU6925564642

Reserve: $23,600.00

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