The galaxy presents an elongated, cigar-shaped morphology. Its light distribution appears relatively smooth, with no immediately obvious spiral arm structures or distinct knots of star formation. The central region exhibits a higher surface brightness, suggesting a dense stellar population, possibly a bulge. The color gradient indicates a redder core, likely due to older stellar populations and dust obscuration, gradually transitioning to bluer hues towards the outer regions, possibly indicative of younger stars. There is no clear evidence of a major ongoing merger. Minor asymmetry can be observed, potentially hinting at a minor interaction or internal disturbance. Overall, this galaxy exhibits characteristics consistent with a relatively evolved system, potentially an elliptical or lenticular galaxy viewed edge-on.
