Pope Clement VI, born Pierre Roger de Beaufort in 1291, served as the 14th pope from 1342 until his death in 1352. He was a member of the Avignon Papacy, a period when the papal residence was located in Avignon, France, rather than Rome. His papacy is noted for its efforts to address the challenges posed by the Black Death and for promoting peace in Europe. Clement VI is also recognized for his support of the arts and culture, commissioning works that contributed to the Gothic architecture of the time. He was a strong advocate for the Catholic Church and worked to strengthen its influence during a tumultuous period in European history.