This novel construction method overcomes that limitation and allows multiple custom stems to be installed on various bases. The uprights and the bases are separate, and can be sturdily affixed to each other by mechanical means, which are easily reversible and adjustable. The bases can be repaired separately, without compromising the much more fragile artwork specific uprights, or simply replaced with a different size base. This adjustability allows curating flexibility at a previously impossible speed, without using more materials. 

The trick to these is a small, nearly imperceptible hole at the back of the mount that intersects the upright stem. Once tapped, we insert a set screw into the back of the base to apply lateral force to the stem. Now, instead of permanently affixing the upright to the base, the upright is held in with mechanical force, and can be loosened to allow 360 degree rotation as well as height adjustments. It also allows the upright be changed to other bases altogether in the blink of an eye. Bases can also be stacked and connected to each other to allow for stylized changes, or even further height variability. This method is particularly effective when utilized for a group of similar artifacts, allowing curation decisions to be made or altered at the time of install, and to stay fresh during the lifetime of display. The separated mount pieces can travel safely in much smaller packaging, and be reused in as many combinations as desired.

Benefits:

• Modular

• Fully adjustable rotation and height, very quickly

• Clean and smooth transition between stem and base

• Less packaging and storage requirements

• Reusable metal bases for different exhibitions

Drawbacks:

• Increased Fabrication Cost

• Base can only accept one size of upright

• Reduced material recyclability

• If viewed in the round, set screw will be visible in back of base

• Wood bases are not effective