Currently in Spain, the Quimbaya collection has been considered an extraordinary example of pre-Columbian archaeology since its unearthing in the late XIX century. Through guaquería, political...Show moreCurrently in Spain, the Quimbaya collection has been considered an extraordinary example of pre-Columbian archaeology since its unearthing in the late XIX century. Through guaquería, political gifts and many changes of location, this group of artefacts is currently still at the forefront of archaeological debate, though not just due to its artistic and historical value, but due to the controversy surrounding its presence in Madrid, and the petitions of repatriation made by Colombia. This paper will take the Quimbaya collection and explore its history and technical aspects, as well as presenting the legal, ethical, and cultural debates it has sparked, culminating in a look towards the potential futures of this collection.Show less