“The deflation, or flattening out, of values in Modern art does not necessarily indicate an ethical nihilism. Quite the contrary; in opening our eyes to the rejected elements of existence, art may lead us to a more complete and less artificial celebration of the world.” AcceptanceMeaningCelebrationNihilismModern ArtAnti HierarchyRejection Of Canon Of ValuesThe Negative Book:Irrational Man: A Study in Existential Philosophy Source: Irrational Man: A Study in Existential Philosophy