The base of skull, also known as the cranial base or the cranial floor, is the most inferior area of the skull. It is composed of the endocranium and the lower parts of the skull roof.Base of the skull. Upper surfaceBase of skullBase of skull - crista galli, cribriform plate and foramen cecumBase of skull - sella turcicaThe anterior, middle and posterior cranial fossa in different colors The base of skull, also known as the cranial base or the cranial floor, is the most inferior area of the skull. It is composed of the endocranium and the lower parts of the skull roof.