Standing in the Jordanian desert is a singular archaeological treasure: the bath complex at Qusaïr Amra. Inside, the walls display lively frescoes depicting hundreds of characters engaged in a wide variety of activities. Using a computer-generated reconstruction of the least well preserved paintings, this program restores the faded images to their original vibrant colors in order to unravel the fascinating visual narrative. These frescoes are a splendid example of figurative representation as depicted in Arab art—and a valuable window on life during the Umayyad dynasty. (27 minutes)

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