William James Maxwell

William James Maxwell (ca.1843 – 20 July 1903) was a sculptor born in Scotland who produced several important works in Australia.

Maxwell was a member of H. P. Gill's exclusive but short-lived Adelaide Art Circle 1891–1892.

He must have had some talents as an entertainer, as most meetings ended with him giving some kind of rendition.

He had a home at Kent Town for some time, then built a magnificent residence, "Woodlands", Edwardstown, where he died.

– 28 February 1914); their children included: They had a home at College Road, Kent Town, then "Woodlands", in Edwardstown, South Australia.