Photographic memory. 5 facts about the historical photo of the fetus published by Time in 1965

Fetus, 18 weeks. Photograph by Lennart Nilsson

1. The author of photography, who was also a scientist, devoted himself for more than twelve years to graphically documenting the development of gestation.
2. The 8 million copies of Time Magazine's number in which the report "The Drama Before Birth" containing this and other photographs of Lennart Nilsson's fetuses was sold out in a few days.
3. All the fetuses that appear in the images minus one had been aborted for different medical reasons. The photographer had an agreement with a Swedish hospital that warned him when there was a fetus available to photograph. The photographs were made in a special room with lights and lenses designed for the project.
4. The images have also been included in the book "A child is born" which has been published in 20 countries and has already 5 editions.
5. The photographer, Lennart NIsson, received the title of honorary professor of the Swedish government, this distinction is granted to those who make a significant educational contribution.