NGC 1050 is a barred spiral galaxy located approximately 60 million light-years away in the constellation Eridanus. It was discovered by the astronomer John Herschel in 1834 and is part of a group of galaxies known as the Eridanus Group. This galaxy has a bright central bar structure and exhibits a variety of star formation activities. NGC 1050 is notable for its distinct spiral arms, which are rich in young, hot stars, making it an interesting subject for astronomers studying galaxy formation and evolution.