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The freedom of the brush
After the participants have divided painting into the three categories, they devote themselves to the freedom of the poetic painting.
Conflict
Capriccio Decorum License Monstrosity/Unacceptable configuration Mention
Fabriano, 1564
Subject
Decoration ; decorum of poetry ; Grotesque ; poetic painting 
The distinctive allure of nature
Rome, Villa Farnesina; Vatican City, Vatican Palace;
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1517-19After a brief introduction to guide the reader into the narrative, the actual treatise begins. In the passage, the sublimity of nature in relation to contemporary art is addressed.
Conflict
Contemporary vs. ancient artist Judging art Mention
Fabriano, 1564
Subject
Decoration ; painting of nature 
The fabulous fictions
Vatican City, Vatican Palace;
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ca. 1517-19In this passage, the freedom of poetic painting (poetic licence) is restricted.
Conflict
Capriccio Decorum Ignorance/Negligence of the artist Judging art Monstrosity/Unacceptable configuration Mention
Fabriano, 1564
Subject
Decoration ; decorum of poetry ; Grotesque ; Isaiah 11:6-8 ; poetic painting 