This galaxy presents as an elongated, cigar-shaped structure, suggesting it is likely an elliptical galaxy viewed from an angle, or potentially a spiral galaxy viewed edge-on. There is a notable color gradient from the center outwards; the core appears to be a yellowish-orange hue, indicating an older stellar population, whereas the outer regions exhibit a bluer tint. This suggests ongoing, though potentially low-level, star formation activity in the outer parts of the galaxy. The galaxy exhibits a relatively smooth morphology, with no obvious signs of significant recent mergers or major disturbances to its overall structure. The presence of a smooth profile with a prominent bulge and fainter, more diffuse outer regions hints at an evolved system.
