NGC 1056 is a barred spiral galaxy located in the constellation Phoenix. It is approximately 56 million light-years away from Earth and is part of the Leda galaxy group. This galaxy is notable for its bright core and well-defined spiral arms, which are characteristic features of barred spiral galaxies. Discovered by the astronomer John Herschel in 1834, NGC 1056 has a visual magnitude of about 12.5, making it a faint object that requires a telescope to observe. Its structure and composition provide valuable insights into the formation and evolution of galaxies in the universe.