Living with Nature
Living with Nature, the latest exhibition presented by Dr. Jörn Günther Rare Books in the historic center of Basel, explores the ever-present dialogue between humans and their natural environment. An exclusive display of artworks covering almost a millennium of manuscript production, shows how humans coexisted, negotiated, struggled, exploited, and sought harmony with nature.
From the Creation of Life to the Apocalypse, the exhibition explores how perceptions of nature evolved. It presents manuscript masterpieces as time capsules filled with enduring, existential questions that humans have been asking since millennia and still continue to ask: What is our place in the universe? How can we improve ourselves and our life experience?
Living with Nature challenges the belief that we are separate—from both the natural world and the history of the people who came before us. It invites visitors to reflect on the fundamental changes happening on our planet today, and explores the vision of returning to a slower-paced, more authentic life experience closer nature’s rhythm.
Do not miss the unique opportunity to hold museum-quality masterpieces in your hands and sign up for a visit today!
June 15 – 20, 2026 – Art Basel Week
Dr. Jörn Günther Rare Books
Gemsberg 10
4051 Basel
By appointment only.
Guided Tours can be booked via info@guenther-rarebooks.com or via the form below.
This exhibition is organized in collaboration with the Art Basel VIP Programme.