Porcelain sculptures uniquely incorporate elements of randomness and entropy through both intentional techniques and unpredictable material behaviors. Artists often exploit the inherent unpredictability of clay during firing, where thermal shocks create organic crack patterns in glazes - a phenomenon known as "crazing" that transforms imperfections into aesthetic features. Some creators deliberately introduce chaotic elements by altering kiln temperatures rapidly or adding combustible materials that leave random ash marks.

The porcelain's memory of its liquid state contributes to entropy-inspired designs, as skilled potters manipulate the material's natural tendency to warp or slump during firing. Contemporary artists frequently employ "accidental" techniques like dropping soft clay or allowing gravity to distort forms before firing. The Raku firing process exemplifies controlled randomness, where removing glowing-hot pieces from the kiln creates dramatic, unrepeatable surface effects through rapid cooling and smoke exposure.

Traditional Chinese "yaobian" (kiln transformation) porcelain celebrates serendipity, where high-fired glazes develop unexpected color flows and crystalline formations. Modern sculptors extend this philosophy by incorporating found materials or environmental factors like weather patterns into their creative process. These approaches transform entropy from a destructive force into a collaborative partner, making each porcelain sculpture a unique record of chaotic processes captured in delicate ceramic form.