Reflection nebula NGC 1999 in Orion
This chart shows the location of NGC 1999 in the famous constellation of Orion (The Hunter). This map shows most of the stars visible to the unaided eye under good conditions, and the position of NGC 1999 itself is highlighted with a red circle on the image.
Credit:ESO, IAU and Sky & Telescope
About the Image
| Id: | eso1304b |
| Type: | Artwork |
| Release date: | 23 January 2013, 12:00 |
| Related releases: | eso1304 |
| Size: | 3338 x 4302 px |
About the Object
| Name: | NGC 1999, OMC |
| Type: | Milky Way : Sky Phenomenon : Night Sky : Constellation |
| Distance: | 1500 light years |
| Category: | Illustrations |
