Basil Ede (1931-2016) was an English wildlife artist renowned for his precise avian portraiture. He began drawing as a child during WWII, later serving in the military and sailing with the Merchant Navy, where he developed an interest in Far Eastern art. After transitioning to full-time artistry, Ede gained acclaim for exhibitions in prestigious galleries and published notable works like 'Wild Birds of America.' Despite a stroke that left him partially paralyzed, he continued painting, ultimately being honored with a lifetime achievement award. Ede is remembered for his significant contributions to wildlife art.
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Meaning of the name - Basil
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Place of Birth: Surrey
Cause of Death: short illness
Educated At: St John's School, Leatherhead
Occupation: painter
Children: 2
Employers: Cunard Line | Merchant Navy
Awards Received: Lifetime Achievement Award by the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on February 12, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for February 12, 2024 |
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| Sun | 23 Aquarius 2 | 23 Aquarius 28 | 24 Taurus 51 |
| Moon | 29 Sagittarius 3 | 2 Aries 1 | 14 Taurus 1 |
| Mercury | 1 Aquarius 41 | 11 Aquarius 52 | 3 Taurus 57 |
| Venus | 6 Capricorn 32 | 25 Capricorn 6 | 24 Aries 42 |
| Mars | 1 Leo 5 | 29 Capricorn 35 | 17 Leo 28 |
| Jupiter | 11 Cancer 5 | 8 Taurus 39 | 17 Cancer 13 |
| Saturn | 18 Capricorn 50 | 7 Pisces 46 | 23 Capricorn 23 |
| Uranus | 12 Aries 36 | 19 Taurus 14 | 17 Aries 31 |
| Neptune | 4 Virgo 43 | 26 Pisces 8 | 3 Virgo 0 |
| Pluto | 19 Cancer 8 | 0 Aquarius 43 | 19 Cancer 5 |
| Rahu | 17 Aries 21 | 18 Aries 36 | 12 Aries 25 |
| Ketu | 17 Libra 21 | 18 Libra 36 | 12 Libra 25 |
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