David Webb
An exuberant and unmistakably sculptural creation by David Webb, this iconic Hippopotamus cuff bracelet exemplifies the house’s fearless approach to form, texture, and wit. Fashioned in richly hammered 18K yellow gold, the bracelet is executed in high-relief repoussé, its boldly modeled hippopotamus head rendered with remarkable dimensionality and tactile presence.
The surface is alive with Webb’s signature textural vocabulary—densely pebbled gold, articulated contours, and a powerful sense of mass—while cabochon ruby eyes lend a flash of saturated color and a knowing, almost playful expression. Both monumental and refined, the design balances animalistic strength with impeccable craftsmanship, a hallmark of David Webb’s most celebrated animal jewels.
A quintessential statement bracelet, the Hippopotamus cuff stands as both wearable sculpture and enduring collectible, embodying the irreverent glamour and American bravura for which David Webb is revered.
Collection - Kingdom
Cabochon rubies and textured 18K gold
Approximate Inner Circumference - 6.50"
Signed - David Webb