Aesthetic Absolutism

Aesthetic Absolutism is the belief that certain artistic standards and values exist independently of individual opinions or cultural differences. This perspective suggests that some artworks possess inherent qualities that make them universally beautiful or valuable, regardless of personal taste. In contrast to Aesthetic Objectivism, which often seeks criteria based on shared human experiences, Aesthetic Absolutism posits that these qualities are absolute and unchanging. Essentially, it argues for a universal standard of beauty, asserting that some art is objectively superior, rather than merely a reflection of subjective preferences.