NGC 4477 is a barred lenticular galaxy[2][3] located about 55 million light-years away[4] in the constellation of Coma Berenices.

[6] NGC 4477 is a member of Markarian's Chain which forms part of the larger Virgo Cluster.

[7] NGC 4477 has a very well-defined bar which is imbedded within an extensive lens-like envelope.

It has a fairly sharp edge and is slightly enhanced near the rim, and is classified as a ring-like feature.

Surrounding the ring, two broad, diffuse incomplete arcs appear to bracket the galaxy around the bar.