The galaxy presents as a flattened, elliptical shape, with a noticeable central bulge that appears somewhat brighter and more concentrated than the surrounding disk. The disk itself exhibits a relatively smooth texture, showing no prominent spiral arm structures or distinct dust lanes. A slight color gradient is observable, transitioning from a yellowish hue in the central region to a bluish tint towards the outer edges of the disk, potentially indicative of ongoing, but low, star formation. The overall morphology suggests a relatively evolved system, possibly a late-type spiral or an early-type elliptical galaxy viewed at a high inclination. The cigar shape indicates we may not be seeing it straight on, but at a slight angle. There's no strong evidence of a recent major merger or significant tidal disturbance in the immediate vicinity of the galaxy.
