This galaxy appears to be a luminous elliptical galaxy at a redshift of approximately 0.278. The light from this galaxy is primarily concentrated towards its center, giving it a smooth and featureless appearance. There is a notable color gradient, shifting from a yellow/golden hue at its core, suggesting an older stellar population in that region, towards a redder tint in the outer regions. The overall morphology is smooth and elongated, appearing almost cigar-shaped. There is no discernible evidence of ongoing mergers or significant tidal disturbances. The light is very symmetrical, and the galaxy is well-defined despite its distance, signifying that it is a massive galaxy with a high mass estimate. Its color indices suggest a red sequence galaxy with relatively low star formation activity.
