While we have addressed storytelling, it is useful to revisit this topic, and its influence on the specific design choices made during the Ming period. Ming Dynasty ceramics often featured designs and decorative motifs drawn from popular stories, operas, and legends, and this blending of narrative with art creates a unique dimension in the pieces that were created during this time period.
This article discusses the design elements of collector's seals, exploring how composition, borders, patterns, and pictorial elements contribute to the seal's visual language and its overall artistic impact.