But, I would argue, especially a part of western civilization. The grotesque in western art is usually seen in the depiction of evil (say, paintings of Satan or demons) whereas in other traditions the grotesque is sometimes worshipped outright, as, for example, in the case of Kali or Angulimala.
By my definitions, yes, some of them are healthy cultures. Many of them have higher birthrates than western countries, and the peoples there believe in their societies.
But, I would argue, especially a part of western civilization. The grotesque in western art is usually seen in the depiction of evil (say, paintings of Satan or demons) whereas in other traditions the grotesque is sometimes worshipped outright, as, for example, in the case of Kali or Angulimala.
Pedantic mode: are we calling those "healthy" cultures?
By my definitions, yes, some of them are healthy cultures. Many of them have higher birthrates than western countries, and the peoples there believe in their societies.