The galaxy presents as a spiral galaxy with a relatively high degree of central concentration. The spiral arms are prominent, exhibiting a grand design structure. The arms appear flocculent with a somewhat loose winding pattern. The color gradients within the spiral arms suggest ongoing star formation. The arms are traced by regions of bluer light, indicating the presence of hot, young stars. Dust lanes are apparent within the spiral arms, partially obscuring the starlight. There is a suggestion of asymmetry within the overall structure of the galaxy. No clear bulge is visible, and it appears to be relatively small. Finally, the galaxy doesn't appear to be strongly barred and there doesn't seem to be any merger activity.
