Local metal sculpturist Xavier Murdoch, of Wenham, spent more than 600 hours crafting a life-sized lion featured at this weekend’s Gloucester Waterfront Festival. The sculpture, named Judah, is made of steel and stainless steel.
He wanted to make a splash with his first major sculpture, and said the concept of a lion felt like a natural, unique subject.
Murdoch launched his business, Murdoch Artisans, in 2025.
He also had a sailboat sculpture featured this spring by a North Shore Arts Association exhibit for new Cape Ann artists.
Murdoch worked with local sculptor Chris Williams for four years and also New Jersey metal sculptor José Chora.
Murdoch can be reached by email at xavier@murdochartisans.com or by phone at 978-675-1951. He can be found on Instagram @murdoch_artisans
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