The Tuscan base derives its name from the last of the Greco-Roman columns, and it is a popular choice for installations with Tuscan and Doric column styles. The Tuscan base becomes a versatile foundation for the composite column of your choice. The base features a robust torus accented with smaller mouldings that create an attractive transition between base and column shaft. The convex torus rests upon a bold square plinth.

When you require a richly detailed base, consider the Attic base. Two convex mouldings define this base. Smaller mouldings accent the larger mouldings. The Attic base also includes a crisp square plinth. This base looks wonderful when paired with the smooth column shaft. The combination of convex and concave forms also compliments the fluted shaft. The Attic base creates a sense of balance when paired with one of our many beautifully detailed capitals. This base is often associated with the Ionic and Corinthian columns.

This is our least detailed composite base. The base is defined by a robust torus. This Tuscan base does not include a square plinth.

We also offer the Attic base without a square plinth. This base features two convex mouldings. Smaller mouldings refine the design. The Attic base offers the rich detail that compliments fluted column shafts and ornate capitals.