The galaxy presents as a primarily smooth object with a notable elongation. Its overall color profile suggests a mixture of stellar populations, the central region appears primarily composed of older stars, giving it a characteristic whitish glow. Fainter arms extending from this central bulge show hints of bluer, younger stars. The galaxy appears largely undisturbed, with no obvious signs of ongoing major mergers or tidal distortions. Minor disturbances may be present, but without more detailed imaging or spectral analysis, it's hard to know. Its shape is strongly cigar-shaped rather than disc shaped, with a distinct major and minor axis.
