The galaxy presents as a spiral type, viewed at an angle that is not quite edge-on, but not quite face-on. It exhibits a prominent central bulge that appears somewhat diffuse and reddish in color.  Extending from this central region are loosely defined spiral arms, exhibiting a range of winding tightness, with both medium and loose pitch angles visible. There is evidence of multiple spiral arms, possibly three or four, although this is difficult to determine definitively.  The disk of the galaxy shows mottling, suggesting active star formation regions within the arms.  Overall color is bluish, indicative of a relatively young stellar population. There is a subtle distortion in the shape of the galaxy, possibly indicating a minor gravitational interaction or disturbance. No obvious strong bar structure is present in the central region. The galaxy does not appear to be undergoing a major merger, though the distortions suggest a potential minor interaction.
