AKA: IRAS 07262+2100 ID ,
J2000 RA: 07h29m10.7s,
Dec: +20°54m43s,
Mag: 9.1,
Distance: 920 pc,
Size:0.7 arc min,
Type: !PN.
In my telescope, this object appears as an oval patch surrounding the central star (HD 59088). The central star is a quite massive 08 star that could also be a variable star. The nebula got its original name (the Eskimo Nebula) from bearing a strong resemblance to a face in a parka hood (as viewed in photographs). It has been recommended that going forward it only be referred to by its NGC designation or by Lion Nebula as it also bears a resemblance to a male lion's mane surrounding its face.