NGC 4746 is a barred spiral galaxy located approximately 100 million light-years away in the constellation Virgo. It is notable for its bright central region and well-defined spiral arms, which are characteristic features of spiral galaxies. NGC 4746 is part of a group of galaxies and is often studied to understand galaxy formation and evolution. The galaxy has an apparent magnitude of around 12.5, making it faintly visible through moderate-sized telescopes. NGC 4746 was discovered by the astronomer William Herschel in 1786 and has since been cataloged in various astronomical databases, contributing to our knowledge of the universe.