The discoverer’s spouse Annick (1953– ), and their two sons David (1985– ) and Guillaume (1989– ), are all musicians, playing the violin, trumpet and French horn, respectively. They provide strong support to the discoverer in his astronomical activity. Annick is also a teacher of French literature and a famous astrophotographer. (M 41035) _ _.
Discovered on 14-12-1998 in Le Creusot by Merlin, J.-C.