The Crab Nebula, officially cataloged as Messier 1 (M1), is a stunningly intricate remnant of a supernova explosion observed by Chinese astronomers in 1054 AD. Located in the constellation Taurus, approximately 6,500 light-years away from Earth, this celestial masterpiece spans about 11 light-years in diameter. Its distinctive circular shape, as depicted in the artwork, is characteristic of a fisheye view, offering a mesmerizing perspective of its intricate filaments and expanding shock waves.