Title
Ang ku kueh mould
Year/Period
Early 20th century
Region
Singapore and British Malaya
Material
Dimension
Object size: H6.0 x W9.5 x L26.0 cm
Accession No.
2010-00829
Collection of
This is wooden mould probably used in the making of Ang Ku Kueh (Red turtle cake), which is a common Peranakan Chinese snack. Such kuehs are usually made from ground rice and flour. The Ang Ku Kueh is usually consumed as part of a main meal or snack on a daily basis. It was also served during festive occasions such as Chinese New Year as red is an auspicious colour in the Chinese culture, symbolising good fortune and prosperity.
