Ming Dynasty monochrome glazes, including sacrificial red, celadon, yellow, and white, showcase the technical skill and aesthetic sensibility of potters through single-color applications, often used for ritual and imperial wares.
While the Ming Dynasty is famous for its polychrome wares, potters also continued to explore and refine the production of monochrome glazed ceramics, and these pieces highlight a different approach to design, often focusing on form and subtle tonal variations.