The former princely state of Kutch in Northwest Gujarat has a long and vivid history of art patronage, and has made a supreme contribution to medieval Indian culture: its temple architecture dates from the 9th to the mid-10th centuries and its 12th-century mosques are the oldest in India. Of its arts and crafts, Kutch textiles are world-famous and its painting, woodcarving and silverwork are equally renowned. This text offers an authoritative insight into the remarkable contributions Kutch has made to Indian art and architecture.