Japanese Earthenware Kouglof Mold

A Japanese earthenware kouglof mold, for the baking of the Kouglof or Gugelhupf, a yeasted cake traditional in Central Europe, which creates a beautiful ring cake with a pattern of swirling peaks. Made in Aichi Prefecture in Japan by Marumitsu Poterie, established in 1950, who create table and kitchenwares embracing both traditional and modern ceramic techniques, using a diverse range of natural materials (porcelain, stoneware, earthenware and open-fire resistant earthenware). Their collection of tableware and donabes are made from natural clay excavated from the Japanese mountains, shaped and glazed by hand, with dipped or hand-brushed glazes. Measures 172mm in diameter and 90mm high, with a capacity of 950cc. Microwave, oven and dishwasher safe.