The galaxy appears to be a relatively smooth, elliptical object. It exhibits a centrally concentrated light profile with a gradual decrease in luminosity towards its outer edges. The overall shape appears to be somewhat elliptical, not perfectly spherical, with an intermediate axis ratio. There is a slight suggestion of a disturbance in its form. The color of the galaxy suggests a moderate amount of ongoing star formation, or at least a significant population of hot stars. No dust lanes or spiral arm structures are clearly visible in this image. A smaller object is visible nearby, which may indicate a tidal interaction or minor merger. The overall impression is of a single, relatively undisturbed galaxy nearing the end stages of merging with another galaxy.
