While touched on before, it's worthwhile to revisit the specific legacy of the Wanli period (1572-1620) in Ming ceramic production. The long reign of the Wanli Emperor, while sometimes seen as a period of decline in other areas, also saw the development of new styles and techniques in ceramics, which had a lasting impact on later pottery production, and the pieces that were created during this time are an important element of the overall history of Chinese pottery production.