Explore Florian Roeper's New Fine Art Gallery In Napa

Long renowned for exquisitely crafted tables, Florian Roeper recently launched a gallery to showcase his fine art. The new venue is next to his workshop, a few blocks from downtown Napa. Here, the Studio Roeper founder—whose clients range from Louis Vuitton and Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts to Peter Marino Architect and The Wiseman Group—discusses his latest endeavor.

Can you share a bit of your journey from furniture to fine art? In both disciplines I am guided by a deep curiosity for process and technique. I embrace experimentation and unconventional methods as tools to push the boundaries of texture, depth and materiality. There is significant overlap since I use a lot of woodworking techniques and finishes that I learned from furniture. Along with fine art, I will continue to create beautiful furnishings, as I have been for the past 25 years.

Let’s talk about your new gallery! After dedicating years to advancing my fine art pieces, I finally reached a level that felt ready for the world. I haven’t given the gallery a name since it is open by appointment only—I prefer it being under the radar in that sense. I love it when clients visit and walk away feeling like they discovered a hidden gem.

What are you working on now? My series “Cosmic Shift” is a collection of mixed-media artworks that explore concepts of home and place. Using resin and metal leaf as the primary materials, I’ve created an imaginary world of planetary and geological landscapes that invite the viewer into a state of quiet contemplation. The luxurious textures and soft, abstract shapes evoke a sense of shelter and belonging—places where we can hide from the external world or get lost. The works illustrate my approach to art not as a flat surface but as a sculptural, immersive presence.