NGC 1403 is a barred spiral galaxy located approximately 70 million light-years away in the constellation Leo. It was discovered by the astronomer William Herschel in 1784. This galaxy is part of the Virgo Cluster, which contains many other galaxies. The structure of NGC 1403 features a bright central bar and spiral arms that extend outward. It has an apparent magnitude of about 13.5, making it faint and challenging to observe without a telescope. The galaxy is also notable for its interactions with nearby galaxies, which can influence its shape and star formation.