A statue base is an important part of a sculpture, providing support and stability. The three most common terms for a statue base are PEDESTAL (8 letters), PLINTH (6 letters), and SOCLE (5 letters). A PEDESTAL is a raised platform or column that supports a statue or other structure. A PLINTH is a flat base, usually rectangular in shape, that supports a statue or other structure. A SOCLE is a low wall or base, often decorated with moldings, that supports a statue or other structure.