Portrait of the Duke of Wellington its frame in July 1965. Following a high-profile trial in which he was defended by Jeremy Hutchinson, QC, Bunton was found not guilty of stealing the painting, but guilty of stealing the frame. The theft entered popular culture, as it was referenced in the 1962 James Bond film "Dr. No". In the film, the painting was on display in Dr. Julius No's lair, suggesting the first Bond villain had stolen the work. Portrait of the Duke of Wellington The Portrait of the Duke of Wellington is a painting by the Spanish artist Francisco Goya of the British general Arthur Wellesley,
Art patronage of Julius II keen for glory, which is reflective in his nickname, “The Warrior Pope” (Gosman, 50). The Pope was extremely proud and aspired to be remembered as one of the greatest popes in history. Building Saint Peter’s Basilica, the largest church in the world, certainly added to the Pope’s résumé. Many also criticize Julius II for having repeatedly identified himself with Julius Caesar. His desire to emulate Caesar and his extravagant patronage further the negative connotations. Scholars have drawn this conclusion from the medal Julius had made for Saint Peter's with himself on the back, as well as his self-chosen name of