Sophie's Other Choice: Eames vs. Goetz

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We like to shop online as much as we like to shop on foot. But sometimes, the overwhelming selection of web merchandise leaves us torn between two similar items. Here, we'll ask you to pick for us. Call it Sophie's Other Choice. Feel the need to explain your decision? Hit up the comments.

On the left, we have a Eames two-seat sofa by Herman Miller. Cost: $6,999 on Roomandboard.com. Crucial details: full, top-grain, semi-aniline dyed leather; choice of solid walnut or teak (both polished smooth and hand-finished with gunstock oil); leg and arm supports die-cast aluminum; foam seat cushions; dimensions are 56w 30d 33h.

On the right, we have a Goetz sofa by Herman Miller. Cost: $4,999 on Roomandboard.com. Crucial details: full, top-grain, semi-aniline dyed leather; walnut veneer; foam seat cushions; dimensions are 84w 31d 32h.