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, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for February 12, 2025 |
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| Sun | 23 Aquarius 2 | 24 Aquarius 14 | 25 Taurus 49 |
| Moon | 29 Sagittarius 3 | 25 Leo 38 | 26 Taurus 40 |
| Mercury | 1 Aquarius 41 | 26 Aquarius 44 | 4 Taurus 13 |
| Venus | 6 Capricorn 32 | 5 Aries 30 | 25 Aries 55 |
| Mars | 1 Leo 5 | 17 Cancer 51 | 17 Leo 56 |
| Jupiter | 11 Cancer 5 | 11 Gemini 23 | 17 Cancer 24 |
| Saturn | 18 Capricorn 50 | 18 Pisces 40 | 23 Capricorn 22 |
| Uranus | 12 Aries 36 | 23 Taurus 21 | 17 Aries 34 |
| Neptune | 4 Virgo 43 | 28 Pisces 19 | 3 Virgo 0 |
| Pluto | 19 Cancer 8 | 2 Aquarius 25 | 19 Cancer 6 |
| Rahu | 17 Aries 21 | 29 Pisces 14 | 12 Aries 22 |
| Ketu | 17 Libra 21 | 29 Virgo 14 | 12 Libra 22 |
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