Contemporary Cistercian Art

This label for a jar of honey draws attention to an area neglected in studies of Cistercian Aesthetics: How do and did Cistercians market their products? Since the 19th century, it has been a major topic in very many abbeys. They sell everything from liturgical garments to chocolate. Usually the product has some connection to the monastic life, not always.
This beautiful logo was designed by Fr. Raphael Schaner, O.Cist., of Our Lady of Dallas. It incoporates the classic Cistercian church facade with our famous grisailles tradition, connecting them with the honey comb. Then there is the fun play on words with abbey and bee. Well done!