ROSEY (Gui). - Lot 187

ROSEY (Gui). *Drapeau nègre*, an entire poem. Paris: Éditions surréalistes, 1933. — In-8, 250 x 160: (16 blank leaves at the beginning and end), printed cover. Paperback. First edition, dedicated to Paul Eluard, of this collection of surrealist poems by Gui Rosey (1896–1981). The work does not deal directly with Africa in a realistic sense, but uses it as a symbol of freedom, rebellion, and the transcending of borders. The edition is illustrated with a drawing by Yves TANGUY, reproduced as a frontispiece. One of 485 copies printed on white bouffant paper (no. 21). A copy belonging to Max Ernst (1891–1976), bearing this autograph dedication signed by the author on the first blank page: To Max Ernst // With my warmest regards // Gui Rosey The copy subsequently entered the collection of the painter, sculptor, and visual artist Arman (1928–2005). Very well-preserved copy. Provenance: Max Ernst, sent by the author. – Arman, with bookplate.