The galaxy presents as an edge-on spiral. A prominent dust lane bisects the galaxy along its major axis, obscuring light from the galactic center and contributing to the galaxy's reddish hue. The central bulge appears elongated, not perfectly spherical, hinting at a possible bar structure obscured by the edge-on view. There is a subtle boxy morphology in the bulge. There is evidence of star formation occurring primarily at one end of the disk, manifested as a bright, blueish concentration of light. The opposite end of the disk appears fainter. The galaxy does not seem to be undergoing any major merging events, but there may be a minor disturbance.
