The galaxy presents as an elongated, cigar-shaped structure with a relatively smooth overall appearance. There is a subtle color gradient, transitioning from a slightly bluer hue at one end to a redder hue at the opposite end. There appears to be a slight warping, either a physical distortion or a trick of the viewing angle. There are no obvious signs of a distinct nucleus or spiral arm structure, suggesting it is an elliptical or lenticular galaxy. No major merging events are apparent, but there could be minor disturbances present.
