The galaxy appears to be a spiral galaxy, viewed almost perfectly edge-on. A prominent dust lane bisects the galaxy along its major axis, obscuring light from stars behind it and giving the galaxy its dark longitudinal stripe. The central bulge is noticeable, appearing brighter and more concentrated than the disk. The bulge exhibits a somewhat rounded appearance. The disk is relatively thin and elongated. No distinct spiral arm structures are discernible. The galaxy displays a generally smooth appearance, with only minor signs of disturbance. The overall color suggests a mix of stellar populations, with the bulge possibly indicating a higher concentration of older, redder stars, while the disk exhibits some bluer colors, potentially indicating recent star formation.
