19/06/2026
At Art Basel 2026, The Living Fragment: Enea Tree Museum at Art Basel transformed the Messe Basel courtyard into a living landscape inspired by the Enea Tree Museum in Rapperswil-Jona.
Bringing together rescued specimen trees, curated planting and handcrafted elements, the installation created a place for pause, reflection and a deeper appreciation of nature within the dynamic context of the fair. Rooted in Enea’s philosophy of viewing trees as living sculptures, the space invited visitors to experience landscape as an art form in itself.
The landscape installation was enriched by handcrafted wooden objects by Riccardo Monte and bespoke rugs by Maana Studios × Enea Carpets, whose natural materials and artisanal character deepened the sensory experience of the space.
In the Enea Lounge, the Geoffrey Bawa Collection by Phantom Hands embodied a shared appreciation for craftsmanship and timeless design, reflecting Bawa’s enduring philosophy of bringing architecture and nature into harmony.
R I C C A R D O M O N T E MAANA STUDIOS Phantom Hands