This galaxy appears to be a relatively smooth, elliptical system. The light is concentrated in the center, forming a bright, yellowish core region. The outer regions exhibit a gradual decrease in luminosity and are more bluish. The overall shape is somewhat elongated, exhibiting characteristics in between round and cigar-shaped. There is no apparent spiral arm structure or evidence of significant dust lanes. No signs of major disturbances due to mergers or tidal interactions are evident; the light is regular and symmetric. The galaxy has a small angular size, implying a substantial distance, and the colors are consistent with a population of older stars.
