Porcelain sculptures have long been a medium for artists to explore the Japanese aesthetic of wabi-sabi, which finds beauty in imperfection, impermanence, and asymmetry. Unlike mass-produced ceramics, handcrafted porcelain sculptures often intentionally incorporate flaws—cracks, uneven glazes, or irregular shapes—to reflect the natural cycle of growth and decay.

Artists achieve this by embracing unpredictable kiln effects, such as crazing or warping, or by leaving raw, unglazed sections to highlight the material’s organic texture. Some even repair broken pieces with gold (kintsugi), transforming fractures into celebrated features. These techniques challenge Western ideals of perfection, instead valuing authenticity and the passage of time.

By merging delicate porcelain with wabi-sabi principles, artists invite viewers to reconsider "flaws" as markers of uniqueness and humanity, fostering a deeper connection between art and life’s transient nature.