Harry Pieris (1904-1988) was a renowned Sri Lankan painter recognized as the finest Asian portraitist of the 20th century, trained in European styles. He played a pivotal role in the Colombo '43 Group and influenced many artists, particularly Ivan Peries. Pieris studied art in various prestigious institutions and formed connections with notable artists like Henri Matisse. He founded the Sapumal Foundation, dedicating his home and art collection for future generations. His artistic legacy remains impactful in Sri Lanka's cultural landscape.
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Meaning of the name - Harry
home ruler, army ruler
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Place of Birth: Sri Lanka
Educated At: Atelier School of Art | University of Oxford | Royal College of Art
Occupation: painter | translator | writer
Employers: Académie de la Grande Chaumière | Rabindranath Tagore's Abode of Peace
Awards Received: Prize for the best portrait in 1926
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on August 10, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for August 10, 2024 |
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| Sun | 17 Leo 35 | 18 Leo 33 | 16 Sagittarius 13 |
| Moon | 5 Leo 48 | 27 Libra 13 | 5 Capricorn 43 |
| Mercury | 13 Virgo 14 | 2 Virgo 45 | 5 Capricorn 39 |
| Venus | 26 Leo 49 | 6 Virgo 53 | 24 Capricorn 21 |
| Mars | 27 Cancer 8 | 14 Gemini 6 | 10 Libra 37 |
| Jupiter | 29 Aries 44 | 16 Gemini 3 | 19 Aries 59 |
| Saturn | 18 Aquarius 10 | 17 Pisces 58 | 16 Aquarius 52 |
| Uranus | 26 Sagittarius 9 | 27 Taurus 5 | 29 Sagittarius 15 |
| Neptune | 7 Cancer 12 | 29 Pisces 31 | 7 Cancer 21 |
| Pluto | 21 Gemini 25 | 0 Aquarius 25 | 20 Gemini 48 |
| Rahu | 20 Virgo 2 | 9 Aries 5 | 13 Virgo 41 |
| Ketu | 20 Pisces 2 | 9 Libra 5 | 13 Pisces 41 |
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