This galaxy appears to be a relatively smooth, elliptical galaxy. Its core is bright and concentrated, exhibiting a yellowish-white hue, indicating a population of older stars. The galaxy’s overall shape is generally round, though perhaps slightly elongated, lacking any distinct spiral arm structures or significant dust lanes. Faint, diffuse light extends outwards from the central core, suggesting a gradual decline in stellar density with increasing radius. The image does not reveal any signs of recent or ongoing major mergers, however there is a slight asymmetry or distortion in the extended light of the galaxy that could indicate minor gravitational interactions or past merger events. Based on its morphology, this galaxy is likely an early-type galaxy with a low star formation rate.
