NGC 1086 is a barred spiral galaxy located in the constellation Eridanus. It is approximately 60 million light-years away from Earth and is part of the Lyon-Meudon Extragalactic Database. This galaxy has a visual magnitude of about 11.5, making it faintly visible through small telescopes. NGC 1086 features a prominent bar structure and exhibits a mix of young and old stars, contributing to its distinct appearance in the night sky.