The papal election that followed the death of Pope Clement IV lasted from 1 December 1268 to 1 September 1271 and was the longest in the history of the Catholic Church. This was due primarily to polit
Gregory X, Buffalmacco, Arezzo Cathedral
The Palace of the Popes in Viterbo, the roof of which was removed in an attempt to speed up the election
The Duomo di Viterbo, where the election began.
Saint Philip Benizi, who was allegedly nearly elected after two months.
Pope Clement IV, born Gui Foucois and also known as Guy le Gros, was Bishop of Le Puy, Archbishop of Narbonne, Cardinal of Sabina, and head of the Catholic Church from 5 February 1265 until his death.
1268–1271 papal election
…The papal election that followed the death of Pope Clement IV lasted from 1 December 1268 to 1 September 1271 and was the longest in the history of the Catholic Church. This was due primarily to political infighting…
Clement IV depicted in a 13th-century fresco
Collection of writings by Clemens, published in Paris between 1893 and 1945