Carte de visite is an archaic term used to describe a small photograph or calling card that was popular in the 19th century. The term itself is a French phrase that means "visiting card," which was typically used by socialites and aristocrats during that time. Although the term "carte de visite" has fallen out of use in modern times, there are several synonyms that can be used to describe this type of photograph, such as a portrait card, calling card photo, miniature photo, or a Victorian photo. Regardless of the terminology used, these small photographs represent a fascinating insight into a bygone era of social etiquette and photography.