NGC 4698 is a barred spiral galaxy located approximately 50 million light-years away in the constellation Virgo. It was discovered by the astronomer William Herschel in 1784. This galaxy is notable for its well-defined bar structure and bright central region, which contains a high concentration of stars. The galaxy has an apparent magnitude of about 11.5, making it faintly visible through small telescopes. NGC 4698 is part of the Virgo Cluster, a group of galaxies that includes many other interesting celestial objects, contributing to our understanding of galaxy formation and evolution.