pedestal

noun
  1. A base or support on which a statue, obelisk, or column is mounted. noun
    The statue was placed on a marble pedestal in the center of the square.
    The artist designed a unique pedestal to complement the sculpture.
  2. A position in which someone is greatly or uncritically admired. noun
    She was put on a pedestal by her fans, who refused to see her flaws.
    He realized that being on a pedestal meant living up to high expectations.