Group D, located to the left of these inscriptions, is composed of at least 18 glyphs arranged in two columns. A thick red band of semitransparent pigment is painted over the center of the two columns overlapping the black inscription. The red painting of the inscription is reminiscent of the Classic Period practice of painting ritual objects and tombs with red paint or cinnabar. Although the function of the red paint and its application date is unknown at the present time, it does make locating the inscriptions in the inky darkness of the cave much easier.