Found in the hallway was this John Frederick Herring rural scene.
Measuring 2ft 5in x 3ft 1in (74 x 96cm), the signed and dated oil on canvas has a £3000-5000 estimate at the sale in Shanklin, Isle of Wight.
Contact: 01983 863890.
A near-derelict Victorian house on the Isle of Wight unearthed a number of interesting finds for Island Auction Rooms including silver, jewellery, pictures and other collectables which will be offered on October 16.