First edition for which there were only 23 large-paper copies on pur fil paper, an advance (service de presse) copy. Contemporary half black morocco over Surrealist marbled-paper boards by Duhayon, gilt date to foot of spine, pastedowns and endpapers of black glacé paper, covers and spine preserved, top edge gilt. Handsome autograph inscription signed by Henri Michaux to J.H. Rosny. A little light insignificant spotting.