For over forty years, beginning in 1919, Armin B. Hemberger served as the Medical School’s medical illustrator, creating thousands of anatomical and pathological drawings in support of research publications and teaching.
In his off hours, Hemberger was a talented artist, working from his studio at his home in Hamden, experimenting with a variety of media and forms of art. He arranged an annual art shows at the Hospital, exhibited in New York, Baltimore, and all around New Haven, and taught students in his home.
Hemberger’s granddaughter, Susan Dowling Slover and her husband Robert Slover, own many of Hemberger’s original paintings ranging from landscapes to collages to futuristic abstracts. They also have etchings and engravings, colorful Christmas cards, and book plates that Hemberger created for physicians and others. All but the medical illustrations in Case 2 have been lent for this exhibit of Hemberger’s art by the Slovers.
There will be a reception on November 3, beginning at 4:30, during which additional larger paintings and engravings will be on display in the hallway of the Library.
What a great man to have as a grandfather! I am planning to attend and document this event. Thank you! John Hemberger
Dear Su, How diverse and extraordinary these paintings are. I’ll have to see them up close at the Library. Enjoy your evening - sorry not to be there. Its my painting day in New York! Love, Lianne
Sue - sorry I will be unable to attend this wonderful event as I have to work. What a wonderful legacy to be left by your grandfather as he also lives on in your heart. Blessings Deb
Love the painting of the old man with the cart…