Source: wikibot/ngc-1491
= NGC 1491
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NGC 1491 is a reflection nebula located in the constellation Perseus. It is cataloged in the New General Catalog (NGC) and is often noted for its association with a young open cluster of stars known as Haffner 18. The nebula is illuminated by the light from these young stars, which contributes to its visibility.