Column bases are structural elements that support the weight of a column. They can be made from a variety of materials, such as stone, wood, or metal. The term 'column bases' refers to three distinct components: Tori, Socles, and Plinths. Tori are the curved or circular base of a column, often found in classical architecture. Socles are the lower part of a column, usually square or rectangular in shape. Plinths are the lowest part of a column, typically a flat base. All three components work together to provide support for the column and its load-bearing capacity.