This galaxy appears to be an elliptical galaxy, possibly an E4 or E5 on the Hubble sequence, due to its elongated shape and lack of discernible spiral arms or a central bar. The light distribution suggests a relatively smooth profile, with a concentration of older stars towards the center as evidenced by the yellowish-orange hue. The color becomes slightly bluer towards the outer edges, hinting at a younger stellar population there, although star formation activity appears to be low. The galaxy does not show any obvious signs of recent major mergers or tidal disturbances, as it lacks prominent asymmetries or extended features.
