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This paper describes an environment to automatically or semi-automatically compute the precise mapping between a set of 2D images and a triangulated 3D model built from high- resolution 3D range data. This environment is part of our Ate- lier3D framework for the modeling, visualization and analysis of large sensor-based datasets. This work was done to initially support three cultural heritage application projects: themod- eling of the Grotta dei Cervi in Italy, of the Erechtheion in Athens, Greece, and of Leonardo’s Mona Lisa. The proposed method combines image-based registration, feature matching, robust estimation techniques and advanced multi-resolution rendering with a powerful user interface. Index Terms—Image registration, cultural heritage, large datasets, 3D sensors, texture mapping 1.