These items are vintage Chinese Shiwan (Shekwan) ceramic figurines, commonly known as "Mudmen".
Origin: Produced in the Shiwan district of China, featuring hand-painted glazes, often in blue, green, and mustard yellow.
Purpose: Traditionally used as decorative elements in bonsai gardens (Penjing) or as indoor ornaments.
Condition: These figures typically have unglazed faces and hands, with the mud body showing through.