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One of the most recognizable and beloved set pieces from James Cameron’s Titanic heads to auction on December 9 &10 — the original Grand Staircase Cherub, seen in multiple scenes of the 1997 blockbuster, including the pivotal moment when Jack and Rose meet in front of the First Class Dining Room and the climactic moment when the Atlantic Ocean bursts through the skylight and floods the staircase, and cherub.
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The ornate fixture—crafted for the full-scale recreation of Titanic ’s Grand Staircase—was gifted by the production to Martin Biallas, CEO of SEE Global Entertainment, whose immersive exhibitions have brought the world’s most famous ship to millions of fans. It now resurfaces as a rare offering in Heritage Auctions’ Entertainment & Music Memorabilia Signature Auction (Sale #7433)
The piece arrives at auction just months after another Titanic prop—the wall panel on which Jack and Rose famously floated—sold for over $700,000, signaling a surging appetite for iconic cinema artifacts. Early estimates suggest the “Titanic Cherub” could fetch more.
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The cherub appears repeatedly throughout Titanic, most notably during Rose DeWitt Bukater’s descent of the Grand Staircase—a moment that became one of the most reproduced stills in modern cinema. Its image can be spotted in film stills, promotional photography, behind-the-scenes footage, and even theme park recreations. It is synonymous with Cameron’s obsessive detail of the ill-fated ocean liner.
“James Cameron and his team created a masterpiece in every detail, and this piece embodies that artistry. I’ve been honored to steward it. Now it’s time for someone else to own this treasure, ” said Biallas.
“This is a marquee piece from one of the most influential films ever,” said Brian Chanes, Senior Director of Hollywood/Entertainment at Heritage Auctions. “Demand for screen-used Titanic artifacts is at an historic high. The sale of the ‘wall panel’ underscored that momentum.”
“This cherub isn’t just a film prop—it’s part of the global mythology of Titanic. It represents how the story of Titanic continues to evolve, inspire, and fascinate new generations,” said David Perry, maritime historian.
For Auction December 9 & 10: Original & Iconic Grand Staircase Cherub from James Cameron’s “TITANIC.”
The iconic “cherub” with Leonardo DiCaprio & Kate Winslet in James Cameron’s “TITANIC”.
MIAMI (AP) — Victor Wembanyama finished with 26 points, 15 rebounds and five blocked shots, and the San Antonio Spurs rolled past the sliding Miami Heat 136-111 on Monday night for their sixth consecutive victory.
Keldon Johnson and Dylan Harper each scored 21 off the bench for the Spurs, who are an NBA-best 22-2 since the start of February. They led by as many as 30, the biggest margin any visiting team has enjoyed in Miami so far this season.
Stephon Castle scored 19 for the Spurs. San Antonio (54-18) remained three games back of Oklahoma City (57-15) in the race for the NBA's best overall record and No. 1 seed in the Western Conference. The Thunder beat Philadelphia on Monday for their 12th consecutive win.
Norman Powell scored 21 off the bench to lead the Heat, who remain stuck in the quagmire that is the Eastern Conference’s play-in race and have lost five consecutive games.
Philadelphia (39-33) is seventh and a game up on Miami, while Orlando (38-33 after a loss to Indiana on Monday) is eighth and a half-game ahead of the Heat (38-34). And No. 10 Charlotte (37-34) is now only a half-game behind Miami.
Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro each scored 18 for Miami, which has dropped five straight. The Heat allowed 76 points in the first half and rested their starters in the fourth quarter.
Wembanyama was 11 for 22 from the field for the Spurs. It was the fourth time this season that he finished a game with at least 26 points, 15 rebounds and five blocks; the rest of the league has one such game, combined — that from Zach Edey in November.
Spurs: Visit Memphis on Wednesday.
Heat: Visit Cleveland on Wednesday.
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San Antonio Spurs center Luke Kornet (7) fights for control of the ball against Miami Heat center Kel'el Ware, left, and guard Tyler Herro, second from right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, March 23, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) is fouled by San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, March 23, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) shoots a three-point basket over Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, March 23, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Miami Heat's Davion Mitchell, left, grabs a rebound over San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, March 23, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) dunks over Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, March 23, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
