Architect & Artist

Thomas Cane was born in Brighton, Sussex in 1830 to William Cane and Harriet Baker. Thomas Cane left London on 'The Star of India' ship which arrived in Lyttleton, New Zealand, 31st December 1873. He became Canterbury Provincial Architect until the abolition of Provinces in 1876. He was also known for his watercolour landscapes, and exhibited in the South Island from 1881.

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Architecture

Thomas Cane trained as an architect under Gilbert Scott and became Canterbury Provincial Architect until the abolition of Provinces in 1876. Architecturally he is well-known for designing some of Canterbury's iconic buildings including the Lyttelton's Timeball Station. Read more about his works..

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Art Gallery

Thomas Cane inadvertently became a water colour artist during his study of architecture which lead to an appreciation of landscape and the production of watercolours. View some of his works and link to some fantastic online resources.

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The Timeball Station

The Timeball Station was designed by Thomas Cane and completed in 1876. The castle-like complex initially comprised an octagonal tower supporting the time ball and a three storey building which provided accommodation, work areas as well as housing the clock.

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Who is Thomas Cane?

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The Lyttelton Timeball Station

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