In Pursuit of Empire represents one collector's remarkable journey of discovery that gave rise to the world's finest collection of Sikh art.

Here's an exclusive peek at the stunning proofs of our next title, the eagerly anticipated In Pursuit of Empire: Treasures from the Toor Collection of Sikh Art by Davinder Toor, a leading figure among a new generation of Sikh art collectors.

This landmark work, which is introduced with a brilliant essay by the historian William Dalrymple and stunningly illustrated with photography by Juga Singh, promises to conjure up a scintillating vision of the might and dazzling riches of the Sikh Empire.

Due out in December, the book can be pre-ordered here.

Image: Davinder Toor