The dwarf galaxy IC 1613 in the constellation of Cetus
This chart shows the position of the nearby, but very faint, galaxy IC 1613 in the constellation of Cetus (The Sea Monster). Most of the stars visible to the naked eye on a clear and dark night are shown. The galaxy itself has a very low surface brightness and is very hard to spot visually.
Credit:ESO/IAU and Sky & Telescope
About the Image
| Id: | eso1603b |
| Type: | Artwork |
| Release date: | 27 January 2016, 12:00 |
| Related releases: | eso1603 |
| Size: | 3338 x 3152 px |
About the Object
| Name: | IC 1613 |
| Type: | Local Universe : Galaxy : Size : Dwarf |
| Category: | Illustrations |
