Cecil Skotnes Age, Birthday, Zodiac Sign and Birth Chart

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Cecil Edwin Frans Skotnes (1926–2009) was a South African artist known for his integration of Western art traditions with African elements. Born in East London, he studied fine arts and served in Italy during World War II, where he received drawing lessons. Skotnes led the Polly Street Art Centre, nurturing Black artists and playing an instrumental role in South African art. His works often featured human figures in a half-abstract style influenced by legends, especially Zulu king Shaka, and employed vibrant colors and various media later in his career.

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Meaning of the name - Cecil

Blind, noble, victorious

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June 1, 1926 Facts

Generation Group

Cecil Skotnes belongs to the GI Generation group.

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Place of Birth: East London

Place of Death: Cape Town

Educated At: University of the Witwatersrand

Occupation: artist

Employers: Polly Street Art Centre

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Astrology Analysis

Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.