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M58

About this celestial object

In Virgo, M58 shows the quiet geometry of a distant barred spiral.

M58 is a barred spiral in the Virgo Cluster—a classic spring target with a bright core and gentle disk sheen.

Captured just above the horizon at 66% humidity: contrast suffers, yet the structure comes through.

193 frames yield 1930 s at 250 mm and f/5.

Image and observation

Catalogue: M 58

Imaging and processing: Ulrich Schwarz · Vespera Pro

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