The galaxy presents an overall elongated, somewhat irregular morphology. It appears to be a disk galaxy viewed at a moderate inclination, but not quite edge-on. There is a central, brighter region that likely corresponds to the galactic bulge or nucleus. The overall color of the galaxy is suggestive of a population of intermediate-age stars. Patches of bluer light are present throughout the disk, indicative of more recent star formation regions.  There are some hints of spiral arm structure, but they are poorly defined, giving the galaxy a slightly flocculent appearance. Dust lanes are not clearly visible, but a subtle obscuration may be present along the major axis. The outer regions of the disk fade gradually into the background sky, indicating a relatively smooth transition in stellar density.
