Gooch Collection

Herodotus / Gooch / Sepia
HERODOTUS Greek historian

Daniel Goochs North Star locomotive for the GWR

Graham Gooch Essex CCC 11 May 1992 Date: 11 May 1992

Society women in their jewels
Page from The Sketch featuring a number of ladies of nobility wearing pearl necklaces, tiaras and other family jewels. 1. Lady Gooch, 2. Lady St. Oswald in a splendid dog collar, 3

Graham Gooch - England cricketer Date: 1970s - 1980s

Mrs. Paul Cobb Methuen, c. 1776 / 1777. Creator: Thomas Gainsborough
Mrs. Paul Cobb Methuen, c. 1776/1777

South Oxfordshire OX11 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of South Oxfordshire OX11 7

Battle Of Shrewsbury
A Plan of the Battle of Shrewsbury and the Line of March of the Two Armies, 21st July 1403. King Henry IVs line crosses the River Severn and proceeds north, to meet Hotspur s

Caricature of Walter Gooch, theatre manager
Caricature of the theatre manager Walter Gooch (right), manager of the Princesss Theatre, Oxford Street, London. Walk Up! The best Booth in the Fair! 1880

Caricature of the theatre manager Walter Gooch -- An Oxford (Street) Man. He managed the Princesss Theatre, Oxford Street, London. circa 1880s

Sir Daniel Gooch
SIR DANIEL GOOCH Chairman of the Great Western Railway Company Date: 1816-1889

Gooch hat, WWI
A lady checks her reflection in a compact mirror and powders her nose while wearing a black panne hat embellished with an osprey feather by Gooch. Date: 1915

Lingerie & nightwear, 1915
A page of intimate luxuries of crepe, ribbon and lace suggested including (top left), a Leewig petticoat with detachable flounces of net and ribbon from Charles Lee & Son, (top right)

Testimonial to Sir Daniel Gooch, Bart. M. P. from the Great Western Railway Company
Testimonial to Sir Daniel Gooch, Bart. M.P. from the Great Western Railway Company, 1873

Marcia Pitt and Her Brother George Pitt, Later 2nd Baron Rivers, Riding in the Park at Stratfield Saye House, Hampshire The Hon. Marcia Pitt riding with her brother, the Hon

Lord Abergavennys Dark Bay Carriage Horse with a Terrier Lord Abergavenny s
Lord Abergavennys Dark Bay Carriage Horse with a Terrier Lord Abergavennys Dark Bay Carriage Horse Waiting with a Terrier Outside the Coach-House at Eridge Castle, Sussex Signed and dated

SIR DANIEL GOOCH (1816-1889). 1st Baronet. English engineer. Wood engraving, English, 1889

Great Western Rail 1850
Great Western Railway locomotive Lord of the Isles, built on the broad gauge favoured by Brunel, so unable to run on other lines

GOOCH (1816-1889)
SIR DANIEL GOOCH Merchant associated with the Great Eastern

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"Gooch: A Name Woven into History's Tapestry" From the ancient chronicles of Herodotus to the modern-day exploits of Graham Gooch, the name "Gooch" has left an indelible mark on various realms. Step back in time and discover the fascinating tales associated with this enigmatic surname. In 1837, Daniel Gooch unveiled his masterpiece - the North Star locomotive for the Great Western Railway (GWR). This engineering marvel revolutionized transportation, propelling society forward on iron wheels. Sepia-toned photographs capture its majestic presence as it traverses through South Oxfordshire's picturesque landscapes. Meanwhile, Graham Gooch emerged as a cricketing legend, donning England's colors with pride. His masterful strokes and unwavering determination made him a force to be reckoned with on the pitch. As spectators marveled at his prowess, society women adorned themselves in jewels fit for royalty while watching him conquer opponents. Delving further into history's canvas reveals Mrs. Paul Cobb Methuen immortalized by Thomas Gainsborough around 1776-1777. Her elegant portrait showcases her grace and poise, reminiscent of an era long gone but forever captured within brushstrokes. Not limited to railways and cricket fields alone, caricatures depict Walter Gooch as a theatrical impresario who brought laughter and entertainment to audiences far and wide. The stage was his canvas; comedy his paintbrush. Sir Daniel Gooch stands tall among these luminaries - an esteemed figure whose contributions spanned both industry and politics alike. His vision propelled Britain forward during times of great change. Even amidst war-torn battlefields during WWI, soldiers found solace under their trusty "Gooch hats. " These protective headpieces shielded them from adversity while symbolizing unity amongst comrades-in-arms.